CVE-2014-3693: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in the socket manager of Impress Remote in LibreOffice 4.x before 4.2.7 and 4.3.x before 4.3.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to TCP port 1599.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3693?
CVE-2014-3693 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service or arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3693?
To fix CVE-2014-3693, it is recommended to update LibreOffice to version 4.2.7 or 4.3.3 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-3693?
CVE-2014-3693 affects multiple versions of LibreOffice and specific versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Ubuntu.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-3693?
CVE-2014-3693 is a use-after-free vulnerability that compromises the socket manager in LibreOffice.
Can CVE-2014-3693 allow remote attacks?
Yes, CVE-2014-3693 can be exploited by remote attackers to crash the system or potentially execute arbitrary code.