Vulnerability Description
The Load method in the Chart component of Office Web Components (OWC) 9 and 10 generates an exception when a specified file does not exist, which allows remote attackers to determine the existence of local files.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office Web Components | 2002 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101830175621193&w=2
- http://security.greymagic.com/adv/gm008-ie/ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/156123US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4454
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8784
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101830175621193&w=2
- http://security.greymagic.com/adv/gm008-ie/ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/156123US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4454
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8784
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1338?
CVE-2002-1338 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The Load method in the Chart component of Office Web Components (OWC) 9 and 10 generates an exception when a specified file does not exist, which allows remote attackers to determine the existence of ...
How severe is CVE-2002-1338?
CVE-2002-1338 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1338?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office Web Components.