CVE-2013-5065

Name: CVE-2013-5065
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-11-28T00:55:04.677+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 34.89%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-5065 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. NDProxy.sys in the kernel in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Server 2003 SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, as exploited in the wild in November 2013.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 34.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

NDProxy.sys in the kernel in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Server 2003 SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, as exploited in the wild in November 2013.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

34.89%

98.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Mar 24, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 2003 Server	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Xp	All versions	Sp2

References

http://technet.microsoft.com/security/advisory/2914486Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.fireeye.com/blog/technical/cyber-exploits/2013/11/ms-windows-local-privilege-escalation-zero-day-in-the-wild.htmlBroken Link, Not Applicable
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-002Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/37732/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://technet.microsoft.com/security/advisory/2914486Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.fireeye.com/blog/technical/cyber-exploits/2013/11/ms-windows-local-privilege-escalation-zero-day-in-the-wild.htmlBroken Link, Not Applicable
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-002Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/37732/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2013-5065US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Nov 28, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-5065?

NDProxy.sys in the kernel in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3 and Server 2003 SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, as exploited in the wild in November 2013.

How severe is CVE-2013-5065?

CVE-2013-5065 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 34.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2013-5065?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2013-5065?

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Source: NVD / NIST