Microsoft Works File Converter Field Length Vulnerability
Severity: CRITICAL
CVE Identifier: CVE-2008-0108
Advisory Date: FEB 15, 2011
DESCRIPTION
Stack-based buffer overflow in wkcvqd01.dll in Microsoft Works 6 File Converter, as used in Office 2003 SP2 and SP3, Works 8.0, and Works Suite 2005, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .wps file with crafted field lengths, aka "Microsoft Works File Converter Field Length Vulnerability."
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Trend Micro Deep Security shields networks through Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) rules. Trend Micro customers using OfficeScan with Intrusion Defense Firewall (IDF) plugin are also protected from attacks using these vulnerabilities. Please refer to the filter number and filter name when applying appropriate DPI and/or IDF rules.
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1001770
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: 1001770 - Microsoft Works File Converter Field Length Stack Overflow
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Microsoft Office 2003
- Microsoft Works 8.0
- Microsoft Works Suite 2005