Is CVE-2013-3897 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2013-3897 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-3897 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2013-3897 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-3897?

CVE-2013-3897 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2013-3897

Published: March 3, 2022

EPSS:90.55%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.6th

Official Description

A use-after-free vulnerability exists within CDisplayPointer in Microsoft Internet Explorer that allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Internet Explorer Use-After-Free Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability exists within CDisplayPointer in Microsoft Internet Explorer that allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

Added to KEV: 2022-03-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-03-24

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer is a use-after-free flaw that allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code. Its high EPSS score of 0.90548 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making it an urgent concern. The fact that it is in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited.

This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog, indicating confirmed real-world exploitation. It is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest available version to address this use-after-free vulnerability. Consider using modern, supported browsers with up-to-date security features.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-3897 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2013-3897 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.