REDHAT-BUG-658259: Buffer Overflow
Marc Schoenefeld discovered a heap based buffer overflow in OpenOffice.org 3.X, when imported certain Microsoft PowerPoint files (PPT). If a user opened a specially crafted PPT file, it could lead to applicable crash or possibly execution of arbitrary code, with the privileges of the user running OpenOffice.org Impress.
This has been assigned CVE-2010-4253
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-658259?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-658259 is critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-658259?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-658259, users should update to a patched version of Apache OpenOffice.
What versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-658259?
REDHAT-BUG-658259 affects Apache OpenOffice versions starting from 3.0.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-658259?
REDHAT-BUG-658259 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
What could happen if I open a malicious PPT file related to REDHAT-BUG-658259?
If a user opens a malicious PPT file related to REDHAT-BUG-658259, it could lead to application crashes or arbitrary code execution.