CVE-2013-1301: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2013-1301: Microsoft Visio 2003 SP3 2007 SP3, and 2010 SP1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML...

Microsoft Visio 2003 SP3 2007 SP3, and 2010 SP1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an XML document containing an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, aka "XML External Entities Resolution Vulnerability."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 14:57 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-1301 is an information-disclosure flaw in Microsoft Visio 2003 SP3, 2007 SP3, and 2010 SP1. A malicious XML-based document could cause Visio to disclose local file contents through XML external entity processing. Business risk is mainly legacy desktop exposure and data leakage from users who open untrusted files. Exposure is most likely where old Microsoft Visio 2003 SP3, 2007 SP3, or 2010 SP1 installations remain in use, especially on endpoints receiving external documents. Modern environments without these versions are unlikely to be affected based on the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup and patch verification issue, not an emergency based on the provided evidence. Prioritize systems handling external documents or sensitive local files. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and security updates from MS13-044.; Inventory endpoints for Visio 2003 SP3, 2007 SP3, and 2010 SP1.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy Visio installations..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 22:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 15, 2013, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:16750CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS13-044CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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