CVE-2013-3850: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 11 2013(Updated: )
Microsoft Word 2003 SP3, 2007 SP3, and 2010 SP1 and SP2; Office Compatibility Pack SP3; and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted Office document, aka "Word Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3850?
CVE-2013-3850 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3850?
To fix CVE-2013-3850, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Word and the Office Compatibility Pack.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2013-3850?
CVE-2013-3850 affects Microsoft Word 2003 SP3, 2007 SP3, 2010 SP1 and SP2, as well as the Office Compatibility Pack SP3 and Word Viewer.
Can CVE-2013-3850 lead to data loss?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2013-3850 can result in memory corruption, leading to potential data loss or system instability.
How can I identify if CVE-2013-3850 has been exploited in my environment?
To identify if CVE-2013-3850 has been exploited, monitor for unusual behavior in Microsoft Word applications and review security logs for indications of unauthorized access.
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