CVE-2010-2572: Microsoft PowerPoint Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Published Nov 10, 2010
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 SP3 and 2003 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PowerPoint 95 document, aka "PowerPoint Parsing Buffer Overflow Vulnerability."

Other sources

Microsoft PowerPoint contains a buffer overflow vulnerability that alllows for remote code execution.

CISA

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft PowerPoint=2003-sp3
Microsoft PowerPoint=2002-sp3
Microsoft PowerPoint

Event History

Nov 10, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 8, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-2572?

CVE-2010-2572 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-2572?

To fix CVE-2010-2572, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for PowerPoint 2002 SP3 and 2003 SP3.

3

Which versions of PowerPoint are affected by CVE-2010-2572?

CVE-2010-2572 affects Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 SP3 and 2003 SP3.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2010-2572 enable?

CVE-2010-2572 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

5

How can I determine if I am vulnerable to CVE-2010-2572?

You can determine your vulnerability to CVE-2010-2572 by checking if you are using Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 SP3 or 2003 SP3 without the latest security updates.

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