CVE-2013-3136: The kernel in Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-3136 is a Windows kernel information disclosure flaw on listed 32-bit Windows versions. A local user with a crafted application could read sensitive data from kernel memory. This is not described as remote compromise, but it can expose secrets and support follow-on attacks on legacy Windows hosts. Exposure is limited to the listed 32-bit Windows platforms: XP SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP2, Server 2008 SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows 8. The provided record does not identify 64-bit systems as affected. Handle during legacy Windows risk reduction or patch validation, with higher priority for shared servers, kiosks, or systems with many local users. The issue can leak sensitive kernel memory, but available sources do not show remote exploitation or known active abuse. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS13-048 and apply the vendor security update where applicable.; Inventory 32-bit Windows systems matching the listed affected versions.; Restrict local interactive access to affected systems until remediation is confirmed..

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

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