CVE-2014-1759 Null dereference in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a crafted .pub file in Microsoft Publisher.
- 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-2014-1759?
CVE-2014-1759 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, 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
pubconv.dll in Microsoft Publisher 2003 SP3 and 2007 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (incorrect pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted .pub file, aka "Arbitrary Pointer Dereference Vulnerability."
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-1759?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Microsoft Publisher.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1759?
No fix has been published for CVE-2014-1759 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2014-1759 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-1759 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-74m3-8jcv-5xvr.