What is the severity of CVE-2010-3215?

CVE-2010-3215 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2010-3215?

To mitigate CVE-2010-3215, users should apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Word 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2010-3215?

CVE-2010-3215 can be exploited by attackers through crafted Word documents that trigger memory corruption.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2010-3215?

CVE-2010-3215 affects Microsoft Word 2002 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac.

What should I do if I suspect exploitation of CVE-2010-3215?

If you suspect exploitation of CVE-2010-3215, immediately disconnect affected systems from the network and conduct a security assessment.

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CVE-2010-3215

critical

9.3

CWE

13/10/2010

7/8/2024

CVE-2010-3215: Code Injection

First published: Wed Oct 13 2010(Updated: )

Microsoft Word 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac do not properly handle unspecified return values during parsing of a Word document, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document that triggers memory corruption, aka "Word Return Value Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Office	=2004
Microsoft Word for Android	=2002-sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-3215?
CVE-2010-3215 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3215?
To mitigate CVE-2010-3215, users should apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Word 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2010-3215?
CVE-2010-3215 can be exploited by attackers through crafted Word documents that trigger memory corruption.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2010-3215?
CVE-2010-3215 affects Microsoft Word 2002 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac.
What should I do if I suspect exploitation of CVE-2010-3215?
If you suspect exploitation of CVE-2010-3215, immediately disconnect affected systems from the network and conduct a security assessment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-3215?
CVE-2010-3215 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3215?
To mitigate CVE-2010-3215, users should apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Word 2002 SP3 and Office 2004 for Mac.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2010-3215?
CVE-2010-3215 can be exploited by attackers through crafted Word documents that trigger memory corruption.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2010-3215?
CVE-2010-3215 affects Microsoft Word 2002 SP3 and Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac.
What should I do if I suspect exploitation of CVE-2010-3215?
If you suspect exploitation of CVE-2010-3215, immediately disconnect affected systems from the network and conduct a security assessment.