https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2023/q4/346: CVE-2012-5639: Apache OpenOffice: Loading internal / external resources without warning

Published Dec 28, 2023
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Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache OpenOffice<=4.1.15
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-5639?

The severity of CVE-2012-5639 is classified as moderate.

2

What versions are affected by CVE-2012-5639?

CVE-2012-5639 affects Apache OpenOffice up to version 4.1.15.

3

How does CVE-2012-5639 impact users of Apache OpenOffice?

CVE-2012-5639 allows embedded content to be opened automatically without any warning, which can pose security risks.

4

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2012-5639?

Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2012-5639.

5

How do I fix CVE-2012-5639?

To fix CVE-2012-5639, users should update to a version of Apache OpenOffice that addresses this vulnerability.

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