CVE-2008-1088: Critical severity microsoft project 2010 vulnerability

Published Apr 8, 2008
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Updated

Microsoft Project 2000 Service Release 1, 2002 SP1, and 2003 SP2 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Project file, related to improper validation of "memory resource allocations."

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Project=2000-sr1
Microsoft Project=2002-sp1
Microsoft Project=2003-sp2

Event History

Apr 8, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-1088?

CVE-2008-1088 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution via malicious Project files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-1088?

To fix CVE-2008-1088, ensure that you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Project 2000, 2002, and 2003.

3

What versions of Microsoft Project are affected by CVE-2008-1088?

CVE-2008-1088 affects Microsoft Project 2000 Service Release 1, 2002 SP1, and 2003 SP2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-1088?

CVE-2008-1088 is a remote code execution vulnerability caused by improper validation of memory resource allocations.

5

Can CVE-2008-1088 be exploited without user interaction?

CVE-2008-1088 requires user interaction, as it is user-assisted and relies on the victim opening a crafted Project file.

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