CVE-2007-1466: Integer Overflow

Published Mar 16, 2007
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Updated

Integer overflow in the WP6GeneralTextPacket::readContents function in WordPerfect Document importer/exporter (libwpd) before 0.8.9 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted WordPerfect file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-0002.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Sourceforge Wordperfect Document Importer-exporter<=0.8.8

Remediation

Event History

Mar 16, 2007
CVE Published
09:19 PM
Mar 17, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-1466?

CVE-2007-1466 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause application crashes and execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-1466?

To fix CVE-2007-1466, upgrade the WordPerfect Document importer/exporter to version 0.8.9 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2007-1466?

CVE-2007-1466 affects versions of the WordPerfect Document importer/exporter prior to 0.8.9.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2007-1466?

CVE-2007-1466 is associated with user-assisted remote attacks that exploit crafted WordPerfect files.

5

Can CVE-2007-1466 lead to arbitrary code execution?

Yes, CVE-2007-1466 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted WordPerfect file.

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