CVE-2009-0223: Code Injection
First published: Tue May 12 2009(Updated: )
Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, and 2003 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted sound data in a file that uses a PowerPoint 4.0 native file format, leading to memory corruption, aka "Legacy File Format Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2009-0222, CVE-2009-0226, CVE-2009-0227, and CVE-2009-1137.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office PowerPoint | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office PowerPoint | =2002-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office PowerPoint | =2000-sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32428
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34834
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022205
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-132A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1290
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-017
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6269
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0223?
CVE-2009-0223 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0223?
The recommended fix for CVE-2009-0223 is to update Microsoft PowerPoint to the latest supported version that is no longer affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of Microsoft PowerPoint are affected by CVE-2009-0223?
CVE-2009-0223 affects Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2000 SP3, 2002 SP3, and 2003 SP3.
What type of attack does CVE-2009-0223 enable?
CVE-2009-0223 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through crafted sound data.
What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2009-0223?
CVE-2009-0223 is a memory corruption vulnerability stemming from the handling of PowerPoint 4.0 native file format.
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