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CVE-2013-6791

UnknownEPSS 4.60%

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CVE-2013-6791 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) before 4.0 uses predictable addresses for hooked functions, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to defeat the ASLR protection mechanism via a return-oriented programming (ROP) attack.. EPSS estimates a 4.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) before 4.0 uses predictable addresses for hooked functions, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to defeat the ASLR protection mechanism via a return-oriented programming (ROP) attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.60%

90.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftEnhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit<= 3.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-6791?
Microsoft Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) before 4.0 uses predictable addresses for hooked functions, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to defeat the ASLR protection mechanism via a return-oriented programming (ROP) attack.
How severe is CVE-2013-6791?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-6791 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6791?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST