CVE-2009-3126: Integer Overflow
Integer overflow in GDI+ in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 SP1, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Office XP SP3, Office 2003 SP3, 2007 Microsoft Office System SP1 and SP2, Office Project 2002 SP1, Visio 2002 SP2, Office Word Viewer, Word Viewer 2003 Gold and SP3, Office Excel Viewer 2003 Gold and SP3, Office Excel Viewer, Office PowerPoint Viewer 2007 Gold, SP1, and SP2, Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2007 File Formats SP1 and SP2, Expression Web, Expression Web 2, Groove 2007 Gold and SP1, Works 8.5, SQL Server 2000 Reporting Services SP2, SQL Server 2005 SP2 and SP3, Report Viewer 2005 SP1, Report Viewer 2008 Gold and SP1, and Forefront Client Security 1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PNG image file, aka "GDI+ PNG Integer Overflow Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3126?
CVE-2009-3126 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3126?
To address CVE-2009-3126, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows and related software.
Which versions of Microsoft software are affected by CVE-2009-3126?
CVE-2009-3126 affects several Microsoft products including Internet Explorer 6 SP1, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, as well as various versions of Microsoft Office.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-3126?
CVE-2009-3126 is categorized as an integer overflow vulnerability in GDI+.
Can CVE-2009-3126 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-3126 can be exploited remotely by convincing a user to open a malicious file or visit a compromised website.