First published: Tue Oct 09 2012(Updated: )
Microsoft Word 2007 SP2 and SP3 does not properly handle memory during the parsing of Word documents, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Word PAPX Section Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Microsoft Office Word | =2007-sp2 | |
Microsoft Office Word | =2007-sp3 |
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CVE-2012-0182 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
To fix CVE-2012-0182, users should install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Word 2007 SP2 and SP3.
CVE-2012-0182 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising system integrity and data.
CVE-2012-0182 affects Microsoft Word 2007 Service Pack 2 and Service Pack 3.
Yes, CVE-2012-0182 can be exploited via phishing attacks where a user opens a maliciously crafted Word document.