CVE-2013-3940: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2013-3940: Integer overflow in the Graphics Device Interface (GDI) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server...

Integer overflow in the Graphics Device Interface (GDI) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted image in a Windows Write (.wri) document, which is not properly handled in WordPad, aka "Graphics Device Interface Integer Overflow Vulnerability."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 16:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This vulnerability lets a malicious Windows Write document trigger memory corruption in Windows GDI through WordPad. If exploited, it could allow code execution or denial of service on affected Windows systems. Business urgency is highest where legacy Windows versions remain in use or users can open unsolicited .wri files. Exposure is likely limited to affected Microsoft Windows versions listed in the description, especially legacy XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Server 2012, and Windows RT systems where WordPad can open .wri files. Treat this as a high-priority legacy Windows exposure. The vulnerability allows possible remote code execution, but provided sources do not confirm active exploitation. Prioritize patch verification and legacy system retirement over broad emergency response. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and updates from MS13-089 for affected Windows systems.; Retire or isolate unsupported Windows versions that cannot receive the vendor update.; Reduce exposure to unsolicited .wri files from email, web downloads, and shared drives..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 13, 2013, 00:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:18722CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS13-089CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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