REDHAT-BUG-725668
First published: Tue Jul 26 2011(Updated: )
A heap-based buffer out-ouf-bounds read was found in the way OpenOffice.org imported certain Microsoft Word Binary File Format (.DOC) file.If a user opened a specially-crafted DOC file in OpenOffice.org suite tool (oowriter), it could lead to denial of service (oowriter executable crash), or possibly, execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running OpenOffice.org Writer. This has been assigned <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2011-2713">CVE-2011-2713</a>.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache OpenOffice |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2011-2713
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515212&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515212&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515213&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515213&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515214&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515214&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515215&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515215&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515216&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=515216&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=523579&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=523579&action=edit
- http://www.libreoffice.org/advisories/CVE-2011-2713/
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2010-3452
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=725668
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-725668?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-725668 is classified as critical due to the potential for denial of service.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-725668?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-725668, update Apache OpenOffice to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What can be the impact of REDHAT-BUG-725668?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-725668 includes crashes of the oowriter executable and potential denial of service.
Which versions of OpenOffice are affected by REDHAT-BUG-725668?
REDHAT-BUG-725668 affects multiple versions of Apache OpenOffice, so updating to the latest release is recommended.
Who reported REDHAT-BUG-725668?
REDHAT-BUG-725668 was reported in the context of OpenOffice.org's vulnerability in handling specific Microsoft Word files.
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