MS.Outlook.SMB.Attachment.Code.Execution

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt against an attachment-spoofing vulnerability in Microsoft Office Outlook.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a malicious attachment. It allows a remote attacker to run a malicious file via sending a crafted mail.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

Microsoft Office XP Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office 2003 Service Pack 3
2007 Microsoft Office System Service Pack 1 and 2007 Microsoft Office System Service Pack 2

Impact logoImpact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the patch supplied by the vendor:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS10-045.mspx

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)