CVE-2011-1508: Code Injection
Published Dec 14, 2011
·Updated
Microsoft Publisher 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP2 and SP3, does not properly manage memory allocations for function pointers, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Publisher file, aka "Publisher Function Pointer Overwrite Vulnerability."
Affected Software
3 affected components
Microsoft Publisher=2007-sp2
Microsoft Publisher=2003-sp3
Microsoft Publisher=2007-sp3
Event History
Dec 14, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1508?
CVE-2011-1508 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-1508?
To fix CVE-2011-1508, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Microsoft Publisher 2003 and 2007.
3
What versions of Microsoft Publisher are affected by CVE-2011-1508?
CVE-2011-1508 affects Microsoft Publisher 2003 SP3 and Microsoft Publisher 2007 SP2 and SP3.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-1508?
CVE-2011-1508 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
5
How can attackers exploit CVE-2011-1508?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2011-1508 by enticing users to open a specially crafted Publisher file.