CVE-2013-1252: Race condition in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-1252 is a Windows kernel privilege escalation flaw. A user who can run a crafted local application on an affected Windows system could gain higher privileges and read arbitrary kernel memory. This matters mainly for legacy Windows estates and systems where untrusted users or applications can execute code. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows endpoints or servers matching the affected versions, especially if MS13-016-era security updates were not applied or unsupported systems remain in service. Prioritize remediation where legacy Windows systems remain business-critical or allow interactive user access. This is not described as remotely exploitable, but successful exploitation can undermine endpoint or server control. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft security updates referenced by MS13-016 where available.; Retire or isolate unsupported affected Windows versions.; Restrict local code execution by untrusted users and applications..

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Jun 24, 2026, 11:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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