Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Word 2007, when the "Save as PDF" add-on is enabled, places an absolute pathname in the Subject field during an "Email as PDF" operation, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information such as the sender's account name and a Temporary Internet Files subdirectory name.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Word | 2007 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486088/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486088/100/0/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6063?
CVE-2008-6063 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Word 2007, when the "Save as PDF" add-on is enabled, places an absolute pathname in the Subject field during an "Email as PDF" operation, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive in...
How severe is CVE-2008-6063?
CVE-2008-6063 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-6063?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Word.