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Microsoft Graphics Component Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Last Update Date: 12 Feb 2014 12:17 Release Date: 12 Feb 2014 3295 Views

RISK: High Risk

TYPE: Operating Systems - Windows OS

TYPE: Windows OS

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that affected Windows components handle specially crafted 2D geometric figures. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if a user views files containing such specially crafted figures using Internet Explorer. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take complete control of an affected system. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full administrative rights.


Impact

  • Remote Code Execution

System / Technologies affected

  • Windows 7
  • Windows Server 2008 R2
  • Windows 8 and Windows 8.1
  • Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2
  • Windows RT and Windows RT 8.1

Solutions

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