CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-1757

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Microsoft Word 2007 SP3 and 2010 SP1 and SP2, along with Office Compatibility Pack SP3, allocates memory incorrectly for file conversions from a binary (.doc) format to a newer format. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a risk of remote code execution, which could lead to the compromise of the user's system. Organizations should be aware of the potential threats associated with opening malicious documents.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Microsoft Word and Office Compatibility Pack to the latest versions to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. Additionally, security policies regarding the opening of documents from unknown sources should be implemented.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

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."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS