Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows XP and Server 2003
CVE-2013-5065

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Microsoft
Status: Windows Xp; Windows 2003 Server
Vendor: CVE Published:; 28 November 2013

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 59%🦅 CISA Reported

What is CVE-2013-5065?

The vulnerability in NDProxy.sys affects users of Microsoft Windows XP SP2, SP3, and Windows Server 2003 SP2. It allows local users to gain elevated privileges through a specially crafted application, which has been exploited in the wild since November 2013. This exploit underscores the importance of security patches and timely updates to mitigate potential risks associated with unauthorized access.

CISA has reported CVE-2013-5065

CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed CVE-2013-5065 as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace

The CISA's recommendation is: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2013-5065 - Proof of Concept