CVE-2014-1757 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 8 Apr 2014 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a crafted binary Word document that triggers a memory allocation error during format conversion.

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-2014-1757?

CVE-2014-1757 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack, published on 8 Apr 2014. 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 Word 2007 SP3 and 2010 SP1 and SP2, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3, allocates memory incorrectly for file conversions from a binary (aka .doc) format to a newer format, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office File Format Converter Vulnerability."

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-1757?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack, Microsoft Word.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1757?

No fix has been published for CVE-2014-1757 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-2014-1757 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-1757 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-pmpx-378r-8j42.