CVE-2006-3449: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Aug 09 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 through 2003, possibly a buffer overflow, allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a malformed record in the BIFF file format used in a PPT file, a different issue than CVE-2006-1540, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Malformed Record Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000-sp2 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2000-sr1 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2001 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2002 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2002-sp1 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2002-sp2 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1342
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016657
- http://secway.org/advisory/AD20060808.txt
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/884252
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/442592/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19341
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-220A.html
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-048
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A348
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3449?
CVE-2006-3449 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3449?
To fix CVE-2006-3449, ensure that you have installed the latest security updates for Microsoft PowerPoint.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-3449?
CVE-2006-3449 affects Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 through 2003 in various service pack versions.
What attack vector does CVE-2006-3449 use?
CVE-2006-3449 can be exploited via user-assisted remote attacks through malformed BIFF files in PowerPoint presentations.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2006-3449?
Exploiting CVE-2006-3449 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the victim's system.
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