Microsoft Works Heap Vulnerability (CVE-2012-2550)

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  Severity: CRITICAL

  CVE Identifier: 2012-2550,MS12-065

  Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015

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  DESCRIPTION

Microsoft Works 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption) via a crafted Word .doc file, aka "Works Heap Vulnerability."

  TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION

Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.

  SOLUTION

  Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1005215

  Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: 1005215 - Microsoft Works Heap Vulnerability (CVE-2012-2550)

  AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION

• microsoft works 9.0