34387 : Microsoft Word Data Array Handling Remote Code Execution
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7 months ago

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90%

Disclosure
May 08, 2007

Discovery
Unknown

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Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 Microsoft Office contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to execute arbitrary code on the system. The issue is due to the Word failing to properly verify data within certain arrays. The issue is triggered by a specially crafted Word file that may allow arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

 Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Unknown
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released patches for all versions to address this vulnerability.

Products
Microsoft Corporation
Watch-list
Office
Watch-list
 XP SP3
2000 SP3
2003 SP2
2004 for Mac
Works Suite
Watch-list
 2004
2005
2006

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