CVE-2013-3156 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 11 Sep 2013 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a crafted Access file, requiring user interaction to open the file.

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-2013-3156?

CVE-2013-3156 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Sep 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 Access 2007 SP3, 2010 SP1 and SP2, and 2013 in Microsoft Office allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted Access file, aka "Access File Format Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-3156?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Microsoft Access.

How do I fix CVE-2013-3156?

No fix has been published for CVE-2013-3156 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-2013-3156 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-3156 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3mcf-jx37-9qjf.