CVE-2012-2528: Use After Free
First published: Tue Oct 09 2012(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Word 2003 SP3, 2007 SP2 and SP3, and 2010 SP1; Word Viewer; Office Compatibility Pack SP2 and SP3; Word Automation Services on Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010; and Office Web Apps 2010 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RTF document, aka "RTF File listid Use-After-Free Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Word Automation Services | ||
| Microsoft SharePoint Server | =2010 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Word for Android | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Word for Android | =2007-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Word for Android | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Word for Android | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Word Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2528?
CVE-2012-2528 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2528?
To fix CVE-2012-2528, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions.
What software is affected by CVE-2012-2528?
CVE-2012-2528 affects Microsoft Word 2003 SP3, 2007 SP2 and SP3, 2010 SP1, Word Viewer, the Office Compatibility Pack, and Office Web Apps 2010 SP1.
Can CVE-2012-2528 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-2528 can be exploited remotely through crafted RTF files.
What is a use-after-free vulnerability in the context of CVE-2012-2528?
A use-after-free vulnerability, such as CVE-2012-2528, occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, leading to potential arbitrary code execution.
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