CVE-2012-0177 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious Works file in Microsoft Office or Works.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2012-0177?
CVE-2012-0177 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Office, published on 10 Apr 2012. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Office Works File Converter in Microsoft Office 2007 SP2, Works 9, and Works 6-9 File Converter allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Works (aka .wps) file, aka "Office WPS Converter Heap Overflow Vulnerability."
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-0177?
It affects 3 products.
Products include Microsoft Office, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Works 6-9 File Converter.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0177?
No fix has been published for CVE-2012-0177 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2012-0177 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2012-0177 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office
Sources
Also known as GHSA-g5fg-4373-9wr4.