Security Bulletin
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS13-059 - Critical
Cumulative Security Update for Internet Explorer (2862772)
Published: August 13, 2013
Version: 1.0
General Information
Executive Summary
This security update resolves eleven privately reported vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. The most severe vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user views a specially crafted webpage using Internet Explorer. An attacker who successfully exploited the most severe of these vulnerabilities could gain the same user rights as the current user. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
This security update is rated Critical for Internet Explorer 6, Internet Explorer 7, Internet Explorer 8, Internet Explorer 9, and Internet Explorer 10 on Windows clients and Moderate for Internet Explorer 6, Internet Explorer 7, Internet Explorer 8, Internet Explorer 9, and Internet Explorer 10 on Windows servers. For more information, see the subsection, Affected and Non-Affected Software, in this section.
The security update addresses the vulnerabilities by modifying the way that Internet Explorer handles objects in memory. For more information about the vulnerability, see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) subsection for the specific vulnerability entry under the next section, Vulnerability Information.
Recommendation. Most customers have automatic updating enabled and will not need to take any action because this security update will be downloaded and installed automatically. Customers who have not enabled automatic updating need to check for updates and install this update manually. For information about specific configuration options in automatic updating, see Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 294871.
For administrators and enterprise installations, or end users who want to install this security update manually, Microsoft recommends that customers apply the update immediately using update management software, or by checking for updates using the Microsoft Update service.
See also the section, Detection and Deployment Tools and Guidance, later in this bulletin.
Knowledge Base Article
| Knowledge Base Article | 2862772 |
|---|---|
| File information | Yes |
| SHA1/SHA2 hashes | Yes |
| Known issues | Yes |
Affected and Non-Affected Software
The following software has been tested to determine which versions or editions are affected. Other versions or editions are either past their support life cycle or are not affected. To determine the support life cycle for your software version or edition, see Microsoft Support Lifecycle.
Affected Software
| Operating System | Component | Maximum Security Impact | Aggregate Severity Rating | Updates Replaced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 6 | ||||
| Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Internet Explorer 6 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 6 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 6 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 6 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Internet Explorer 6 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Internet Explorer 7 | ||||
| Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 7 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Internet Explorer 8 | ||||
| Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 8 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Internet Explorer 9 | ||||
| Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 9 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Internet Explorer 10 | ||||
| Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 10 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 10 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Internet Explorer 10 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | Internet Explorer 10 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows 8 for 64-bit Systems | Internet Explorer 10 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows Server 2012 | Internet Explorer 10 (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
| Windows RT | Internet Explorer 10[1] (2862772) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 2846071 in MS13-055 |
[1]This update is available via Windows Update.
Non-Applicable Software
| Operating System | Component |
|---|---|
| Server Core installation | |
| Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | Not applicable |
| Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | Not applicable |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) | Not applicable |
| Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) | Not applicable |
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Update FAQ
How are Server Core installations affected by the vulnerabilities addressed in this bulletin?
The vulnerabilities addressed by this update do not affect supported editions of Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2012 as indicated in the Non-Applicable Software table, when installed using the Server Core installation option. For more information on this installation option, see the TechNet articles, Managing a Server Core Installation: Overview, Servicing a Server Core Installation, and Server Core and Full Server Integration Overview.
Is Internet Explorer 11 Preview in Windows 8.1 Preview and Windows RT 8.1 Preview affected by any of the vulnerabilities addressed in this bulletin?
Yes. The 2862772 update is available for Internet Explorer 11 in Windows 8.1 Preview and Windows RT 8.1 Preview releases. Customers with Windows 8.1 Preview and Windows RT 8.1 Preview are encouraged to apply the updates to their systems. The updates are available on Windows Update.
Why does this update address several reported security vulnerabilities?
This update contains support for several vulnerabilities because the modifications that are required to address these issues are located in related files.
Does this update contain any security-related changes to functionality?
Yes. In addition to the changes that are listed in the Vulnerability Information section of this bulletin, this update includes defense-in-depth updates to help improve security-related features in Internet Explorer.
What is defense-in-depth?
In information security, defense-in-depth refers to an approach in which multiple layers of defense are in place to help prevent attackers from compromising the security of a network or system.
I am using an older release of the software discussed in this security bulletin. What should I do?
The affected software listed in this bulletin has been tested to determine which releases are affected. Other releases are past their support life cycle. For more information about the product lifecycle, see the Microsoft Support Lifecycle website.
It should be a priority for customers who have older releases of the software to migrate to supported releases to prevent potential exposure to vulnerabilities. To determine the support lifecycle for your software release, see Select a Product for Lifecycle Information. For more information about service packs for these software releases, see Service Pack Lifecycle Support Policy.
Customers who require custom support for older software must contact their Microsoft account team representative, their Technical Account Manager, or the appropriate Microsoft partner representative for custom support options. Customers without an Alliance, Premier, or Authorized Contract can contact their local Microsoft sales office. For contact information, see the Microsoft Worldwide Information website, select the country in the Contact Information list, and then click Go to see a list of telephone numbers. When you call, ask to speak with the local Premier Support sales manager. For more information, see the Microsoft Support Lifecycle Policy FAQ.
Vulnerability Information
Severity Ratings and Vulnerability Identifiers
The following severity ratings assume the potential maximum impact of the vulnerability. For information regarding the likelihood, within 30 days of this security bulletin's release, of the exploitability of the vulnerability in relation to its severity rating and security impact, please see the Exploitability Index in the August bulletin summary. For more information, see Microsoft Exploitability Index.
Table: Part 1 (continued below in Part 2)
| Affected Software | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3184 | Process Integrity Level Assignment Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3186 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3187 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3188 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3189 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3190 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 6 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 7 Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Internet Explorer 8 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Elevation of Privilege | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 8 for 64-bit Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows Server 2012 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows RT | Critical Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution |
Table: Part 2 (continued from Part 1)
| Affected Software | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3191 | EUC-JP Character Encoding Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3192 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3193 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3194 | Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3199 | Aggregate Severity Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 6 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 6 for Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 7 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 7 for Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 7 Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 8 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 8 for Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Not applicable | Moderate Information Disclosure | Not applicable | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 8 in Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Not applicable | No severity rating | Not applicable | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 9 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 9 for Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 10 | ||||||
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 8 for 64-bit Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows Server 2012 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | No severity rating | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows RT | Critical Remote Code Execution | Moderate Information Disclosure | Critical Remote Code Execution | Not applicable | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
Internet Explorer Process Integrity Level Assignment Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3186
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way that Internet Explorer handles process integrity level assignment in specific cases. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could allow arbitrary code to execute with elevated privileges.
To view this vulnerability as a standard entry in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures list, see CVE-2013-3186.
Mitigating Factors
Mitigation refers to a setting, common configuration, or general best-practice, existing in a default state, that could reduce the severity of exploitation of a vulnerability. The following mitigating factors may be helpful in your situation:
- An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the current user. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
Workarounds
Microsoft has not identified any workarounds for this vulnerability.
FAQ
What is the scope of the vulnerability?
This is an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
What causes the vulnerability?
In specific cases, Internet Explorer does not properly handle process integrity level assignment allowing script to be run with elevated privileges.
What is the Windows Integrity Mechanism?
The Windows integrity mechanism is a core component of the Windows security architecture that restricts the access permissions of applications that are running under the same user account and that are less trustworthy. For more information, see What is the Windows Integrity Mechanism?.
What might an attacker use the vulnerability to do?
An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could elevate the privileges of a process that is launched by Internet Explorer to run in the security context of the current user.
How could an attacker exploit the vulnerability?
Most likely, this vulnerability would be used in conjunction with another vulnerability that allowed remote code execution. For example, an attacker could exploit another vulnerability to run arbitrary code through Internet Explorer, but due to the context in which processes are launched by Internet Explorer, the code might be restricted to run at a low integrity level (very limited permissions). However, an attacker could, in turn, exploit this vulnerability to cause the arbitrary code to run at a medium integrity level (permissions of the current user).
What systems are primarily at risk from the vulnerability?
Systems where Internet Explorer is used frequently, such as workstations or terminal servers, are at the most risk from this vulnerability.
What does the update do?
The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Internet Explorer handles process integrity level assignment in specific cases.
When this security bulletin was issued, had this vulnerability been publicly disclosed?
No. Microsoft had not received any information to indicate that this vulnerability had been publicly used to attack customers when this security bulletin was originally issued.
When this security bulletin was issued, had Microsoft received any reports that this vulnerability was being exploited?
No. Microsoft had not received any information to indicate that this vulnerability had been publicly used to attack customers when this security bulletin was originally issued.
EUC-JP Character Encoding Vulnerability - CVE-2013-3192
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in Internet Explorer that could allow script to perform cross-site scripting attacks. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by inserting specially crafted strings in to a website, resulting in information disclosure when a user viewed the website.
To view this vulnerability as a standard entry in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures list, see CVE-2013-3192.
Mitigating Factors
Mitigation refers to a setting, common configuration, or general best-practice, existing in a default state, that could reduce the severity of exploitation of a vulnerability. The following mitigating factors may be helpful in your situation:
- In a web-based attack scenario, an attacker could take advantage of compromised websites and websites that accept or host user-provided content or advertisements. These websites could contain specially crafted content that could exploit this vulnerability. In all cases, however, an attacker would have no way to force users to view the attacker-controlled content. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to take action, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or in an Instant Messenger message that takes users to the attacker's website, or by getting them to open an attachment sent through email.
- By default, all supported versions of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, and Windows Mail open HTML email messages in the Restricted sites zone. The Restricted sites zone, which disables script and ActiveX controls, helps reduce the risk of an attacker being able to use these vulnerabilities to execute malicious code. If a user clicks a link in an email message, the user could still be vulnerable to exploitation of this vulnerability through the web-based attack scenario.
- By default, Internet Explorer on Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Server 2012 runs in a restricted mode that is known as Enhanced Security Configuration. This mode mitigates this vulnerability. See the FAQ section for this vulnerability for more information about Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration.
Workarounds
Workaround refers to a setting or configuration change that does not correct the underlying vulnerability but would help block known attack vectors before you apply the update. Microsoft has tested the following workarounds and states in the discussion whether a workaround reduces functionality:
Set Internet and Local intranet security zone settings to "High" to block ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting in these zones
You can help protect against exploitation of this vulnerability by changing your settings for the Internet security zone to block ActiveX controls and Active Scripting. You can do this by setting your browser security to High.
To raise the browsing security level in Internet Explorer, perform the following steps:
- On the Internet Explorer Tools menu, click Internet Options.
- In the Internet Options dialog box, click the Security tab, and then click Internet.
- Under Security level for this zone, move the slider to High. This sets the security level for all websites you visit to High.
- Click Local intranet.
- Under Security level for this zone, move the slider to High. This sets the security level for all websites you visit to High.
- Click OK to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note If no slider is visible, click Default Level, and then move the slider to High.
Note Setting the level to High may cause some websites to work incorrectly. If you have difficulty using a website after you change this setting, and you are sure the site is safe to use, you can add that site to your list of trusted sites. This will allow the site to work correctly even with the security setting set to High.
Impact of workaround. There are side effects to blocking ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting. Many websites that are on the Internet or on an intranet use ActiveX or Active Scripting to provide additional functionality. For example, an online e-commerce site or banking site may use ActiveX Controls to provide menus, ordering forms, or even account statements. Blocking ActiveX Controls or Active Scripting is a global setting that affects all Internet and intranet sites. If you do not want to block ActiveX Controls or Active Scripting for such sites, use the steps outlined in "Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone".
Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone
After you set Internet Explorer to block ActiveX controls and Active Scripting in the Internet zone and in the Local intranet zone, you can add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone. This will allow you to continue to use trusted websites exactly as you do today, while helping to protect yourself from this attack on untrusted sites. We recommend that you add only sites that you trust to the Trusted sites zone.
To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Tools, click Internet Options, and then click the Security tab.
- In the Select a web content zone to specify its current security settings box, click Trusted Sites, and then click Sites.
- If you want to add sites that do not require an encrypted channel, click to clear the Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone check box.
- In the Add this website to the zone box, type the URL of a site that you trust, and then click Add.
- Repeat these steps for each site that you want to add to the zone.
- Click OK two times to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note Add any sites that you trust not to take malicious action on your system. Two in particular that you may want to add are *.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and *.update.microsoft.com. These are the sites that will host the update, and it requires an ActiveX Control to install the update.
Configure Internet Explorer to prompt before running Active Scripting or to disable Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zone
You can help protect against exploitation of this vulnerability by changing your settings to prompt before running Active Scripting or to disable Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zone. To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Internet Options on the Tools menu.
- Click the Security tab.
- Click Internet, and then click Custom Level.
- Under Settings, in the Scripting section, under Active Scripting, click Prompt or Disable, and then click OK.
- Click Local intranet, and then click Custom Level.
- Under Settings, in the Scripting section, under Active Scripting, click Prompt or Disable, and then click OK.
- Click OK two times to return to Internet Explorer.
Note Disabling Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zones may cause some websites to work incorrectly. If you have difficulty using a website after you change this setting, and you are sure the site is safe to use, you can add that site to your list of trusted sites. This will allow the site to work correctly.
Impact of workaround. There are side effects to prompting before running Active Scripting. Many websites that are on the Internet or on an intranet use Active Scripting to provide additional functionality. For example, an online e-commerce site or banking site may use Active Scripting to provide menus, ordering forms, or even account statements. Prompting before running Active Scripting is a global setting that affects all Internet and intranet sites. You will be prompted frequently when you enable this workaround. For each prompt, if you feel you trust the site that you are visiting, click Yes to run Active Scripting. If you do not want to be prompted for all these sites, use the steps outlined in "Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone".
Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone
After you set Internet Explorer to require a prompt before it runs ActiveX controls and Active Scripting in the Internet zone and in the Local intranet zone, you can add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone. This will allow you to continue to use trusted websites exactly as you do today, while helping to protect you from this attack on untrusted sites. We recommend that you add only sites that you trust to the Trusted sites zone.
To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Tools, click Internet Options, and then click the Security tab.
- In the Select a web content zone to specify its current security settings box, click Trusted Sites, and then click Sites.
- If you want to add sites that do not require an encrypted channel, click to clear the Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone check box.
- In the Add this website to the zone box, type the URL of a site that you trust, and then click Add.
- Repeat these steps for each site that you want to add to the zone.
- Click OK two times to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note Add any sites that you trust not to take malicious action on your system. Two in particular that you may want to add are *.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and *.update.microsoft.com. These are the sites that will host the update, and it requires an ActiveX Control to install the update.
FAQ
What is the scope of the vulnerability?
This is a cross-site-scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could allow information disclosure.
What causes the vulnerability?
During certain processes, Internet Explorer incorrectly handles certain character sequences, leading websites to implement inadequate filtering.
What might an attacker use the vulnerability to do?
An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could perform cross-site scripting attacks, resulting in information disclosure when a user viewed a target website.
How could an attacker exploit the vulnerability?
An attacker could insert strings in to a website that is designed to exploit this vulnerability through Internet Explorer and then convince a user to view the website. However, an attacker would have no way to force users to visit this website. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to visit the website, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or in an Instant Messenger message that takes users to the website that contains the malicious content.
What systems are primarily at risk from the vulnerability?
Systems where Internet Explorer is used frequently, such as workstations or terminal servers, are at the most risk from this vulnerability.
I am running Internet Explorer for Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2012. Does this mitigate this vulnerability?
Yes. By default, Internet Explorer on Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Server 2012 runs in a restricted mode that is known as Enhanced Security Configuration. Enhanced Security Configuration is a group of preconfigured settings in Internet Explorer that can reduce the likelihood of a user or administrator downloading and running specially crafted web content on a server. This is a mitigating factor for websites that you have not added to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone.
What does the update do?
The update addresses the vulnerability by modifying the way that Internet Explorer renders data during certain processes.
When this security bulletin was issued, had this vulnerability been publicly disclosed?
No. Microsoft had not received any information to indicate that this vulnerability had been publicly used to attack customers when this security bulletin was originally issued.
When this security bulletin was issued, had Microsoft received any reports that this vulnerability was being exploited?
No. Microsoft had not received any information to indicate that this vulnerability had been publicly used to attack customers when this security bulletin was originally issued.
Multiple Memory Corruption Vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer
Remote code execution vulnerabilities exist when Internet Explorer improperly accesses an object in memory. These vulnerabilities may corrupt memory in such a way that an attacker could execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.
To view these vulnerabilities as a standard entry in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures list, click the link in the following table:
| Vulnerability title | CVE number |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3184 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3187 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3188 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3189 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3190 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3191 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3193 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3194 |
| Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability | CVE-2013-3199 |
Mitigating Factors
Mitigation refers to a setting, common configuration, or general best-practice, existing in a default state, that could reduce the severity of exploitation of a vulnerability. The following mitigating factors may be helpful in your situation:
- In a web-based attack scenario, an attacker could host a specially crafted website that is designed to exploit these vulnerabilities through Internet Explorer and then convince a user to view the website. The attacker could also take advantage of compromised websites and websites that accept or host user-provided content or advertisements. These websites could contain specially crafted content that could exploit these vulnerabilities. In all cases, however, an attacker would have no way to force users to view the attacker-controlled content. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to take action, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or in an Instant Messenger message that takes users to the attacker's website, or by getting them to open an attachment sent through email.
- An attacker who successfully exploited these vulnerabilities could gain the same user rights as the current user. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
- By default, all supported versions of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, and Windows Mail open HTML email messages in the Restricted sites zone. The Restricted sites zone, which disables script and ActiveX controls, helps reduce the risk of an attacker being able to use these vulnerabilities to execute malicious code. If a user clicks a link in an email message, the user could still be vulnerable to exploitation of these vulnerabilities through the web-based attack scenario.
- By default, Internet Explorer on Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Server 2012 runs in a restricted mode that is known as Enhanced Security Configuration. This mode mitigates these vulnerabilities. See the FAQ section for these vulnerabilities for more information about Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration.
Workarounds
Workaround refers to a setting or configuration change that does not correct the underlying vulnerability but would help block known attack vectors before you apply the update. Microsoft has tested the following workarounds and states in the discussion whether a workaround reduces functionality:
Set Internet and Local intranet security zone settings to "High" to block ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting in these zones
You can help protect against exploitation of these vulnerabilities by changing your settings for the Internet security zone to block ActiveX controls and Active Scripting. You can do this by setting your browser security to High.
To raise the browsing security level in Internet Explorer, perform the following steps:
- On the Internet Explorer Tools menu, click Internet Options.
- In the Internet Options dialog box, click the Security tab, and then click Internet.
- Under Security level for this zone, move the slider to High. This sets the security level for all websites you visit to High.
- Click Local intranet.
- Under Security level for this zone, move the slider to High. This sets the security level for all websites you visit to High.
- Click OK to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note If no slider is visible, click Default Level, and then move the slider to High.
Note Setting the level to High may cause some websites to work incorrectly. If you have difficulty using a website after you change this setting, and you are sure the site is safe to use, you can add that site to your list of trusted sites. This will allow the site to work correctly even with the security setting set to High.
Impact of workaround. There are side effects to blocking ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting. Many websites that are on the Internet or on an intranet use ActiveX or Active Scripting to provide additional functionality. For example, an online e-commerce site or banking site may use ActiveX Controls to provide menus, ordering forms, or even account statements. Blocking ActiveX Controls or Active Scripting is a global setting that affects all Internet and intranet sites. If you do not want to block ActiveX Controls or Active Scripting for such sites, use the steps outlined in "Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone".
Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone
After you set Internet Explorer to block ActiveX controls and Active Scripting in the Internet zone and in the Local intranet zone, you can add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone. This will allow you to continue to use trusted websites exactly as you do today, while helping to protect yourself from this attack on untrusted sites. We recommend that you add only sites that you trust to the Trusted sites zone.
To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Tools, click Internet Options, and then click the Security tab.
- In the Select a web content zone to specify its current security settings box, click Trusted Sites, and then click Sites.
- If you want to add sites that do not require an encrypted channel, click to clear the Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone check box.
- In the Add this website to the zone box, type the URL of a site that you trust, and then click Add.
- Repeat these steps for each site that you want to add to the zone.
- Click OK two times to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note Add any sites that you trust not to take malicious action on your system. Two in particular that you may want to add are *.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and *.update.microsoft.com. These are the sites that will host the update, and it requires an ActiveX Control to install the update.
Configure Internet Explorer to prompt before running Active Scripting or to disable Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zone
You can help protect against exploitation of these vulnerabilities by changing your settings to prompt before running Active Scripting or to disable Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zone. To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Internet Options on the Tools menu.
- Click the Security tab.
- Click Internet, and then click Custom Level.
- Under Settings, in the Scripting section, under Active Scripting, click Prompt or Disable, and then click OK.
- Click Local intranet, and then click Custom Level.
- Under Settings, in the Scripting section, under Active Scripting, click Prompt or Disable, and then click OK.
- Click OK two times to return to Internet Explorer.
Note Disabling Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zones may cause some websites to work incorrectly. If you have difficulty using a website after you change this setting, and you are sure the site is safe to use, you can add that site to your list of trusted sites. This will allow the site to work correctly.
Impact of workaround. There are side effects to prompting before running Active Scripting. Many websites that are on the Internet or on an intranet use Active Scripting to provide additional functionality. For example, an online e-commerce site or banking site may use Active Scripting to provide menus, ordering forms, or even account statements. Prompting before running Active Scripting is a global setting that affects all Internet and intranet sites. You will be prompted frequently when you enable this workaround. For each prompt, if you feel you trust the site that you are visiting, click Yes to run Active Scripting. If you do not want to be prompted for all these sites, use the steps outlined in "Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone".
Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone
After you set Internet Explorer to require a prompt before it runs ActiveX controls and Active Scripting in the Internet zone and in the Local intranet zone, you can add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone. This will allow you to continue to use trusted websites exactly as you do today, while helping to protect you from this attack on untrusted sites. We recommend that you add only sites that you trust to the Trusted sites zone.
To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Tools, click Internet Options, and then click the Security tab.
- In the Select a web content zone to specify its current security settings box, click Trusted Sites, and then click Sites.
- If you want to add sites that do not require an encrypted channel, click to clear the Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone check box.
- In the Add this website to the zone box, type the URL of a site that you trust, and then click Add.
- Repeat these steps for each site that you want to add to the zone.
- Click OK two times to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note Add any sites that you trust not to take malicious action on your system. Two in particular that you may want to add are *.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and *.update.microsoft.com. These are the sites that will host the update, and it requires an ActiveX Control to install the update.
FAQ
What is the scope of the vulnerabilities?
These are remote code execution vulnerabilities in the context of the current user.
What causes the vulnerabilities?
When Internet Explorer improperly accesses an object in memory, it may corrupt memory in such a way that an attacker could execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.
What might an attacker use the vulnerabilities to do?
An attacker who successfully exploited these vulnerabilities could gain the same user rights as the current user. If the current user is logged on with administrative user rights, an attacker who successfully exploited these vulnerabilities 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 user rights.
How could an attacker exploit the vulnerabilities?
An attacker could host a specially crafted website that is designed to exploit these vulnerabilities through Internet Explorer and then convince a user to view the website. The attacker could also take advantage of compromised websites and websites that accept or host user-provided content or advertisements. These websites could contain specially crafted content that could exploit these vulnerabilities. In all cases, however, an attacker would have no way to force users to view the attacker-controlled content. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to take action, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or in an Instant Messenger message that takes users to the attacker's website, or by getting them to open an attachment sent through email.
What systems are primarily at risk from the vulnerabilities?
Systems where Internet Explorer is used frequently, such as workstations or terminal servers, are at the most risk from these vulnerabilities.
I am running Internet Explorer for Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2012. Does this mitigate these vulnerabilities?
Yes. By default, Internet Explorer on Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Server 2012 runs in a restricted mode that is known as Enhanced Security Configuration. Enhanced Security Configuration is a group of preconfigured settings in Internet Explorer that can reduce the likelihood of a user or administrator downloading and running specially crafted web content on a server. This is a mitigating factor for websites that you have not added to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone.
Does EMET help mitigate attacks that could attempt to exploit these vulnerabilities?
Yes. The Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) enables users to manage security mitigation technologies that help make it more difficult for attackers to exploit vulnerabilities in a given piece of software. EMET helps to mitigate these vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer on systems where EMET is installed and configured to work with Internet Explorer.
For more information about EMET, see The Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit.
What does the update do?
The update addresses the vulnerabilities by modifying the way that Internet Explorer handles objects in memory.
When this security bulletin was issued, had these vulnerabilities been publicly disclosed?
Consult the following table:
| CVE number | Publicly Disclosed |
|---|---|
| CVE-2013-3184 | No |
| CVE-2013-3187 | No |
| CVE-2013-3188 | No |
| CVE-2013-3189 | No |
| CVE-2013-3190 | No |
| CVE-2013-3191 | No |
| CVE-2013-3193 | No |
| CVE-2013-3194 | No |
| CVE-2013-3199 | No |
When this security bulletin was issued, had Microsoft received any reports that these vulnerabilities are being exploited?
Consult the following table:
| CVE number | Exploited |
|---|---|
| CVE-2013-3184 | No |
| CVE-2013-3187 | No |
| CVE-2013-3188 | No |
| CVE-2013-3189 | No |
| CVE-2013-3190 | No |
| CVE-2013-3191 | No |
| CVE-2013-3193 | No |
| CVE-2013-3194 | No |
| CVE-2013-3199 | No |
Update Information
Detection and Deployment Tools and Guidance
Several resources are available to help administrators deploy security updates.
- Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) lets administrators scan local and remote systems for missing security updates and common security misconfigurations.
- Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Systems Management Server (SMS), and System Center Configuration Manager help administrators distribute security updates.
- The Update Compatibility Evaluator components included with Application Compatibility Toolkit aid in streamlining the testing and validation of Windows updates against installed applications.
For information about these and other tools that are available, see Security Tools for IT Pros.
Security Update Deployment
Affected Software
For information about the specific security update for your affected software, click the appropriate link:
Windows XP (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ WindowsXP-KB2862772-x86-ENU.exe |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 6 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2862772-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ IE7-WindowsXP-KB2862772-x86-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ IE7-WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2862772-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ IE8-WindowsXP-KB2862772-x86-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ IE8-WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2862772-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 262841 |
| Update log file | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ KB2862772.log |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ KB2862772-IE7.log | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ KB2862772-IE8.log | |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2862772$\Spuninst folder |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%\ie7updates\KB2862772-IE7\spuninst folder | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%\ie8updates\KB2862772-IE8\spuninst folder | |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP\SP4\KB2862772\Filelist |
| Internet Explorer 6 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP3\KB2862772\Filelist | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP\SP0\KB2862772-IE7\Filelist | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP0\KB2862772-IE7\Filelist | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP\SP0\KB2862772-IE8\Filelist | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP0\KB2862772-IE8\Filelist |
Note The update for supported versions of Windows XP Professional x64 Edition also applies to supported versions of Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition.
Windows Server 2003 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2862772-x86-ENU.exe |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 6 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2862772-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 6 for all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2862772-ia64-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE7-WindowsServer2003-KB2862772-x86-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE7-WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2862772-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE7-WindowsServer2003-KB2862772-ia64-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE8-WindowsServer2003-KB2862772-x86-ENU.exe | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE8-WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2862772-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 262841 |
| Update log file | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ KB2862772.log |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ KB2862772-IE7.log | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions and x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ KB2862772-IE8.log | |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the Use the Spuninst.exe utility, located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2862772$\Spuninst folder |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%\ie7updates\KB2862772-IE7\spuninst folder | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions and x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%\ie8updates\KB2862772-IE8\spuninst folder | |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Internet Explorer 6 for all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP3\KB2862772\Filelist |
| Internet Explorer 7 for all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP0\KB2862772-IE7\Filelist | |
| Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions and x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP0\KB2862772-IE8\Filelist |
Note The update for supported versions of Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition also applies to supported versions of Windows XP Professional x64 Edition.
Windows Vista (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | Internet Explorer 7 in all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Vista:\ Windows6.0-KB2862772-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 7 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows Vista:\ Windows6.0-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 8 in all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Vista:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x86.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 8 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows Vista:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Vista:\ IE9-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x86.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows Vista:\ IE9-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | WUSA.exe does not support uninstall of updates. To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, click Control Panel, and then click Security. Under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows Server 2008 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | Internet Explorer 7 in all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2862772-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 7 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 7 in all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2862772-ia64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 8 in all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2008:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x86.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 8 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2008:\ IE9-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x86.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ IE9-Windows6.0-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | WUSA.exe does not support uninstall of updates. To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, click Control Panel, and then click Security. Under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows 7 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | Internet Explorer 8 in all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 7:\ Windows6.1-KB2862772-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 8 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows 7:\ Windows6.1-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 for all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 7:\ IE9-Windows6.1-KB2862772-x86.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows 7:\ IE9-Windows6.1-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE10-Windows6.1-KB2862772-x86.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE10-Windows6.1-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows Server 2008 R2 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | Internet Explorer 8 in all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ Windows6.1-KB2862772-x64.msu |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 8 in all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ Windows6.1-KB2862772-ia64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 9 for all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ IE9-Windows6.1-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Internet Explorer 10 for Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE10-Windows6.1-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows 8 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | Internet Explorer 10 in all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8-RT-KB2862772-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| Internet Explorer 10 in all supported 64-bit editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8-RT-KB2862772-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, click Windows Update, and then under See also, click Installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows Server 2012 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | Internet Explorer 10 in all supported editions of Windows Server 2012:\ Windows8-RT-KB2862772-x64.msu |
|---|---|
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, click Windows Update, and then under See also, click Installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows RT (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Deployment | This update is available via Windows Update. |
| Restart Requirement | Yes, you must restart your system after you apply this security update. |
| Removal Information | Click Control Panel, click System and Security, click Windows Update, and then under See also, click Installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File Information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2862772 |
Other Information
Acknowledgments
Microsoft thanks the following for working with us to help protect customers:
- Peter 'corelanc0d3r' Van Eeckhoutte of Corelan, working with HP'sZero Day Initiative, for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3184)
- Fermin J. Serna of the Google Security Team for reporting the Process Integrity Level Assignment Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3186)
- Arthur Gerkis, working with HP'sZero Day Initiative, for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3187)
- Scott Bell of Security-Assessment.com for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3188)
- Scott Bell of Security-Assessment.com for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3189)
- Ivan Fratric and Ben Hawkes of the Google Security Team for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3190)
- Ivan Fratric and Ben Hawkes of the Google Security Team for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3191)
- Alex Inführ for reporting the EUC-JP Character Encoding Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3192)
- Jose Antonio Vazquez Gonzalez, working with HP'sZero Day Initiative, for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3193)
- Arthur Gerkis, working with HP'sZero Day Initiative, for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3194)
- An anonymous researcher, working with HP'sZero Day Initiative, for reporting the Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2013-3199)
- VUPEN Security, working with HP'sZero Day Initiative, for working with us on defense-in-depth changes included in this bulletin
Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP)
To improve security protections for customers, Microsoft provides vulnerability information to major security software providers in advance of each monthly security update release. Security software providers can then use this vulnerability information to provide updated protections to customers via their security software or devices, such as antivirus, network-based intrusion detection systems, or host-based intrusion prevention systems. To determine whether active protections are available from security software providers, please go to the active protections websites provided by program partners, listed in Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP) Partners.
Support
How to obtain help and support for this security update
- Help installing updates: Support for Microsoft Update
- Security solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Troubleshooting and Support
- Help protect your computer that is running Windows from viruses and malware: Virus Solution and Security Center
- Local support according to your country: International Support
Disclaimer
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Revisions
- V1.0 (August 13, 2013): Bulletin published.
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