CVE-2014-3802: Input Validation

Published May 20, 2014
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Updated

msdia.dll in Microsoft Debug Interface Access (DIA) SDK, as distributed in Microsoft Visual Studio before 2013, does not properly validate an unspecified variable before use in calculating a dynamic-call address, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted PDB file.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Microsoft Debug Interface Access Software Development Kit
Microsoft Visual Studio<=2012
Microsoft Visual Studio=2002
Microsoft Visual Studio=2003
Microsoft Visual Studio=2005
Microsoft Visual Studio=2010
Microsoft Visual Studio=2010-sp1

Event History

May 20, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-3802?

CVE-2014-3802 has a critical severity level as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-3802?

To mitigate CVE-2014-3802, users should upgrade to a version of Microsoft Visual Studio released after 2012, which includes the appropriate security patches.

3

Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2014-3802?

CVE-2014-3802 affects Microsoft Visual Studio versions 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2010, as well as the Microsoft Debug Interface Access Software Development Kit.

4

What types of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2014-3802?

CVE-2014-3802 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service attack.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-3802?

There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2014-3802, and updating the software is the most effective solution.

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