CVE-2014-3575: Infoleak
First published: Wed Aug 27 2014(Updated: )
The OLE preview generation in Apache OpenOffice before 4.1.1 and OpenOffice.org (OOo) might allow remote attackers to embed arbitrary data into documents via crafted OLE objects.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =7.0 | |
| Apache OpenOffice | <4.1.1 | |
| LibreOffice Draw | <4.2.6 | |
| LibreOffice Draw | >=4.3.0<4.3.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-08/0115.html
- http://blog.documentfoundation.org/2014/08/28/libreoffice-4-3-1-fresh-announced/
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-September/137657.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0377.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59600
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59877
- http://www.openoffice.org/security/cves/CVE-2014-3575.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69354
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030754
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/95420
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201603-05
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3575?
CVE-2014-3575 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to allow remote attackers to embed malicious OLE objects into documents.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3575?
To fix CVE-2014-3575, upgrade Apache OpenOffice to version 4.1.1 or higher, and ensure LibreOffice is updated beyond version 4.2.6.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-3575?
CVE-2014-3575 affects Apache OpenOffice versions before 4.1.1 and LibreOffice up to 4.2.6, as well as specific Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions.
Can CVE-2014-3575 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-3575 can potentially be exploited remotely through crafted OLE objects contained in documents.
What is the impact of CVE-2014-3575 on systems?
The impact of CVE-2014-3575 includes the risk of remote code execution if a user opens a malicious document containing the crafted OLE objects.
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