CVE-2009-0259: Critical severity OpenOffice OpenOffice.org vulnerability
The Word processor in OpenOffice.org 1.1.2 through 1.1.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly 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, as demonstrated by 2008-crash.doc.rar, and a similar issue to CVE-2008-4841.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0259?
CVE-2009-0259 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
Which versions of OpenOffice.org are affected by CVE-2009-0259?
CVE-2009-0259 affects OpenOffice.org versions 1.1.2 through 1.1.5.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0259?
To fix CVE-2009-0259, users should upgrade to a version of OpenOffice.org that is newer than 1.1.5.
What types of files can exploit the vulnerability in CVE-2009-0259?
CVE-2009-0259 can be exploited through specially crafted .doc, .wri, or .rtf file formats.
What is the impact of CVE-2009-0259 on user systems?
The impact of CVE-2009-0259 includes system crashes and the possibility of remote code execution.