CVE-2013-3857: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 11 2013(Updated: )
Microsoft Word Automation Services in SharePoint Server 2010 SP1 and SP2, Word Web App 2010 SP1 and SP2 in Office Web Apps 2010, Word 2003 SP3, Word 2007 SP3, Word 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 SharePoint Server 2010 | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 | =2010-sp2 | |
| 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-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer | ||
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2010-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2010-sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-253A
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-067
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2013/ms13-072
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A18741
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A18942
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3857?
CVE-2013-3857 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3857?
To fix CVE-2013-3857, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-3857?
CVE-2013-3857 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010, Word Web App 2010, and various versions of Microsoft Word and Office Compatibility Pack.
Can CVE-2013-3857 lead to data loss?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2013-3857 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially resulting in data loss.
Is CVE-2013-3857 still a risk if I use newer versions of Microsoft products?
CVE-2013-3857 primarily affects older versions, but it's always best to keep all software up to date to mitigate risks.
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