CVE-2009-1533: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jun 10 2009(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the Works for Windows document converters in Microsoft Office 2000 SP3, Office XP SP3, Office 2003 SP3, Office 2007 SP1, and Works 8.5 and 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Works .wps file that triggers memory corruption, aka "File Converter Buffer Overflow Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2000-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =8.5 | |
| Microsoft Works Suite | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35184
- http://blogs.technet.com/srd/archive/2009/06/09/ms09-024.aspx
- http://osvdb.org/54939
- http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN70858401/index.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022354
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1543
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35371
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022355
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-160A.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6292
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1533?
CVE-2009-1533 has a severity rating of critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1533?
To fix CVE-2009-1533, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office and Works versions.
What versions of Microsoft software are affected by CVE-2009-1533?
CVE-2009-1533 affects Microsoft Office 2000 SP3, Office XP SP3, Office 2003 SP3, Office 2007 SP1, and Microsoft Works 8.5 and 9.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1533?
CVE-2009-1533 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2009-1533 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2009-1533 can be exploited by opening a maliciously crafted Works .wps file, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.
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