CVE-2008-4841
First published: Wed Dec 10 2008(Updated: )
The WordPad Text Converter for Word 97 files in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 and SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) .doc, (2) .wri, or (3) .rtf Word 97 file that triggers memory corruption, as exploited in the wild in December 2008. NOTE: As of 20081210, it is unclear whether this vulnerability is related to a WordPad issue disclosed on 20080925 with a 2008-crash.doc.rar example, but there are insufficient details to be sure.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPad | ||
| WordPad | =unknown | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32997
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/960906.mspx
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32718
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021376
- http://milw0rm.com/sploits/2008-crash.doc.rar
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31399
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4711
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-104A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1024
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3390
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6560
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6050
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-010
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4841?
CVE-2008-4841 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through vulnerable WordPad file handling.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4841?
To fix CVE-2008-4841, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for WordPad and affected Windows versions.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-4841?
CVE-2008-4841 affects Microsoft WordPad on Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2, and Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2.
What types of files can exploit CVE-2008-4841?
CVE-2008-4841 can be exploited using crafted .doc, .wri, or .rtf files that trigger memory corruption.
When was CVE-2008-4841 first exploited in the wild?
CVE-2008-4841 was first exploited in the wild in December 2008.
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