CVE-2006-4695: Code Injection
First published: Sun Dec 31 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in certain COM objects in Microsoft Office Web Components 2000 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URL, aka "Office Web Components URL Parsing Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Web Components | =2000 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-071A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28135
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29328
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019580
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/654577
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=120585858807305&w=2
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0849/references
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14227
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-017
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4695?
CVE-2006-4695 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4695?
To fix CVE-2006-4695, apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for Office Web Components.
What types of attacks are associated with CVE-2006-4695?
CVE-2006-4695 is associated with user-assisted remote attacks that can execute arbitrary code via crafted URLs.
Which software is affected by CVE-2006-4695?
CVE-2006-4695 affects Microsoft Office Web Components version 2000.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2006-4695?
Exploiting CVE-2006-4695 could allow attackers to take control of the affected system and execute unwanted commands.
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