A remote overflow exists in Office. The URL handing code fails to validate file requests that terminate in a null byte resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Available
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.
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