Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Office Publisher 2007 SP1 does not properly calculate object handler data for Publisher files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file in a legacy format that triggers memory corruption, aka "Pointer Dereference Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office Publisher | 2007 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/55838
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35599
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022546
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-195A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1888
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-03
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://osvdb.org/55838
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35599
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022546
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-195A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1888
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-03
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Microsoft Office Publisher 2007 SP1 does not properly calculate object handler data for Publisher files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file in a legacy format t...
How severe is CVE-2009-0566?
CVE-2009-0566 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0566?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office Publisher.