What is the severity of CVE-2009-0566?

CVE-2009-0566 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0566?

To fix CVE-2009-0566, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Office Publisher 2007.

What software is affected by CVE-2009-0566?

CVE-2009-0566 specifically affects Microsoft Office Publisher 2007 SP1.

Can CVE-2009-0566 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2009-0566 can be exploited by opening a crafted file, which a user may unknowingly do.

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2009-0566?

CVE-2009-0566 is associated with remote attacks that leverage memory corruption to execute arbitrary code.

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CVE-2009-0566

critical

9.3

CWE

15/7/2009

12/10/2018

CVE-2009-0566: Code Injection

First published: Wed Jul 15 2009(Updated: )

Microsoft Office Publisher 2007 SP1 does not properly calculate object handler data for Publisher files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file in a legacy format that triggers memory corruption, aka "Pointer Dereference Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Publisher	=2007-sp1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0566?
To fix CVE-2009-0566, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Office Publisher 2007.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 specifically affects Microsoft Office Publisher 2007 SP1.
Can CVE-2009-0566 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2009-0566 can be exploited by opening a crafted file, which a user may unknowingly do.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 is associated with remote attacks that leverage memory corruption to execute arbitrary code.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0566?
To fix CVE-2009-0566, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Office Publisher 2007.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 specifically affects Microsoft Office Publisher 2007 SP1.
Can CVE-2009-0566 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2009-0566 can be exploited by opening a crafted file, which a user may unknowingly do.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 is associated with remote attacks that leverage memory corruption to execute arbitrary code.