CVE-2004-0573: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Sep 17 2004(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the converter for Microsoft WordPerfect 5.x on Office 2000, Office XP, Office 2003, and Works Suites 2001 through 2004 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious document or website.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office FrontPage | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Publisher | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Publisher | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Works | =2001 | |
| Microsoft Office FrontPage | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Works | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Publisher | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2002 | |
| Microsoft Office FrontPage | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Works | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2003 | |
| Microsoft Works | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Office | =xp |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/449438
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1011249
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1011250
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1011251
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1011252
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12529
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109519646030906&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17306
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5021
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4005
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3333
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3311
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2670
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2004/ms04-027
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0573?
CVE-2004-0573 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How can I fix CVE-2004-0573?
To mitigate CVE-2004-0573, users should update their Microsoft Office and Works products to the latest security patches.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2004-0573?
CVE-2004-0573 affects Microsoft Office 2000, Office XP, Office 2003, and several versions of Microsoft Works from 2001 to 2004.
Can CVE-2004-0573 be exploited through email attachments?
Yes, CVE-2004-0573 can be exploited by sending malicious documents as email attachments.
What types of attacks can result from CVE-2004-0573?
CVE-2004-0573 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine, leading to unauthorized access and data compromise.
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