CVE-2013-3900—Microsoft WinVerifyTrust function Remote Code Execution

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2022-01-10 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2013-3900
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
WinVerifyTrust function
Date Added:
2022-01-10
Due Date:
2022-07-10
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft WinVerifyTrust function Remote Code Execution

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the WinVerifyTrust function handles Windows Authenticode signature verification for PE files.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2013-3900

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