Microsoft Works Heap Vulnerability (CVE-2012-2550)
Severity: CRITICAL
CVE Identifier: 2012-2550,MS12-065
Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015
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
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