CVE-2013-0079 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a crafted Visio file in Microsoft Visio Viewer 2010.
- 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-2013-0079?
CVE-2013-0079 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Visio, published on 13 Mar 2013. 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
Microsoft Visio Viewer 2010 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Visio file that triggers incorrect memory allocation, aka "Visio Viewer Tree Object Type Confusion Vulnerability."
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-0079?
It affects 3 products.
Products include Microsoft Office Filter Pack, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Visio Viewer.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0079?
No fix has been published for CVE-2013-0079 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-2013-0079 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-0079 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-x998-f397-q83g.