CVE-2013-3859

Description

Microsoft Pinyin IME 2010, when used in conjunction with Microsoft Office 2010 SP1, does not properly restrict configuration options, which allows local users to gain privileges by starting Internet Explorer from the IME toolbar, aka "Chinese IME Vulnerability."

Category

6.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.46%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-075 vendor advisory
http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-253A third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3859?
CVE-2013-3859 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2013-3859?
To fix CVE-2013-3859, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2013-3859 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2013-3859 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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