CVE-2013-3855: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 11 2013(Updated: )
Microsoft Word 2003 SP3 and 2007 SP3, 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 Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3855?
CVE-2013-3855 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3855?
To fix CVE-2013-3855, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions.
What versions are affected by CVE-2013-3855?
CVE-2013-3855 affects Microsoft Word 2003 SP3, 2007 SP3, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Microsoft Word Viewer.
What types of attacks can CVE-2013-3855 facilitate?
CVE-2013-3855 can facilitate arbitrary code execution and denial of service attacks via crafted Office documents.
Is it safe to open Office documents when CVE-2013-3855 is unpatched?
No, opening Office documents without applying the patch for CVE-2013-3855 poses a significant security risk.
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