ZDI-CAN-11250: Microsoft Outlook HTML Email Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Microsoft Outlook. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must open a malicious email or view it in the preview pane. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of HTML content in email. A crafted email can trigger a read before the start of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11250?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-11250 is considered critical due to its potential for remote information disclosure.
How does ZDI-CAN-11250 affect Microsoft Outlook?
ZDI-CAN-11250 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information by exploiting a vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook.
What is required to exploit the vulnerability ZDI-CAN-11250?
Exploitation of ZDI-CAN-11250 requires user interaction, as the victim must open a malicious email or view it in the preview pane.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with ZDI-CAN-11250?
To mitigate the risks with ZDI-CAN-11250, users should avoid opening suspicious emails and ensure Outlook is kept up to date with security patches.
Is there a patch available for ZDI-CAN-11250?
Yes, Microsoft has released patches to address the vulnerabilities associated with ZDI-CAN-11250.
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