CVE-2007-6026: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 20, 2007
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Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft msjet40.dll 4.0.8618.0 (aka Microsoft Jet Engine), as used by Access 2003 in Microsoft Office 2003 SP3, allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted MDB file database file containing a column structure with a modified column count. NOTE: this might be the same issue as CVE-2005-0944.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft jet=4.0.8618.0
Microsoft Office=2003-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server

Event History

Nov 20, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-6026?

CVE-2007-6026 is considered critical due to the stack-based buffer overflow that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-6026?

To mitigate CVE-2007-6026, users should ensure that they install the latest security updates for Microsoft Office 2003 and the Jet Engine.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2007-6026?

CVE-2007-6026 affects Microsoft Jet Engine 4.0.8618.0, as well as applications using this engine, such as Microsoft Office 2003 SP3.

4

Can CVE-2007-6026 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2007-6026 requires user interaction to exploit, as it involves opening a crafted MDB database file.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2007-6026?

The potential impacts of CVE-2007-6026 include unauthorized access, data manipulation, and full control over the affected system.

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