CVE-2008-1455: Medium severity microsoft office vulnerability
A "memory calculation error" in Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, and 2007 through SP1; Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2007 through SP1; and Office 2004 for Mac allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PowerPoint file with crafted list values that trigger memory corruption, aka "Parsing Overflow Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1455?
CVE-2008-1455 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1455?
To fix CVE-2008-1455, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected Office products.
Which versions are vulnerable to CVE-2008-1455?
CVE-2008-1455 affects Microsoft Office versions 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, 2003 SP2, 2007 SP1, and the Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2007 SP1.
Can CVE-2008-1455 be exploited through email attachments?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2008-1455 by sending malicious PowerPoint files as email attachments.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-1455?
CVE-2008-1455 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially allowing attackers to take control of the affected system.