CVE-2007-5169: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Oct 11 2007(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in MAIPM6.dll in Adobe PageMaker 7.0.1 and 7.0.2 on Windows allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long font name in a .PMD file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe PageMaker | =7.0.1 | |
| Adobe PageMaker | =7.0.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://vuln.sg/pagemaker701-en.html
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb07-15.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25989
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018791
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27158
- http://osvdb.org/38067
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3441
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37041
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5169?
CVE-2007-5169 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5169?
To fix CVE-2007-5169, users should apply the latest patches provided by Adobe for PageMaker versions 7.0.1 and 7.0.2.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-5169?
CVE-2007-5169 affects Adobe PageMaker versions 7.0.1 and 7.0.2 on Windows.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-5169 enable?
CVE-2007-5169 enables user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted .PMD file.
Is user interaction required for CVE-2007-5169 exploitation?
Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2007-5169 exploitation, as the attacker must entice the user to open the malicious .PMD file.
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