CVE-2013-6801
First published: Sat Nov 16 2013(Updated: )
Microsoft Word 2003 SP2 and SP3 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a malformed .doc file containing an embedded image, as demonstrated by word2003forkbomb.doc, related to a "fork bomb" issue.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Word | =2003-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2003-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6801?
CVE-2013-6801 has a medium severity as it can lead to denial of service through high CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6801?
To fix CVE-2013-6801, ensure that you are using a version of Microsoft Word that is not affected, such as an updated version beyond SP3.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2013-6801?
CVE-2013-6801 can be exploited by attackers using a malformed .doc file with an embedded image.
What is the impact of CVE-2013-6801?
The impact of CVE-2013-6801 is a denial of service, potentially freezing or crashing the Microsoft Word application.
Which versions of Microsoft Word are affected by CVE-2013-6801?
CVE-2013-6801 affects Microsoft Word 2003 SP2 and SP3.
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