CVE-2011-0976
First published: Thu Feb 10 2011(Updated: )
Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 SP3, 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP2; Office 2004 and 2008 for Mac; Open XML File Format Converter for Mac; Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2007 File Formats SP2; and PowerPoint Viewer 2007 SP2 do not properly handle Office Art containers that have invalid records, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a PowerPoint document with a container that triggers certain access to an uninitialized object, aka "OfficeArt Atom RCE Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2007 |
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Reference Links
- http://dvlabs.tippingpoint.com/blog/2011/02/07/zdi-disclosure-microsoft
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43213
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/516233/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025340
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA11-102A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0941
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-044/
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2011/ms11-022
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11978
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0976?
CVE-2011-0976 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0976?
To fix CVE-2011-0976, apply the latest security updates for Microsoft PowerPoint and Office products.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-0976?
CVE-2011-0976 affects Microsoft PowerPoint versions 2002, 2003, 2007, and various Office versions for Mac.
Can CVE-2011-0976 lead to data loss?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2011-0976 can lead to data loss as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What should I do if I suspect an exploit of CVE-2011-0976 is occurring?
If you suspect an exploit of CVE-2011-0976, immediately disconnect from the network and report the incident to your cybersecurity team.
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