Description
This module exploits a vulnerability mainly affecting Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2003. The vulnerability exists in the handling of the Screen Saver path, in the [boot] section. An arbitrary path can be used as screen saver, including a remote SMB resource, which allows for remote code execution when a malicious .theme file is opened, and the "Screen Saver" tab is viewed. The code execution is also triggered if the victim installs the malicious theme and stays away from the computer, when Windows tries to display the screensaver.
Module options
To display the available options, load the module within the Metasploit console and run the commands 'show options' or 'show advanced':
msf > use exploit/windows/fileformat/ms13/071_thememsf undefined(071_theme) > show actions ...actions...msf undefined(071_theme) > set ACTION < action-name >msf undefined(071_theme) > show options ...show and set options...msf undefined(071_theme) > runPrioritise with Active Threat Intelligence
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