MS.Outlook.RTF.Email.Buffer.Overflow

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt against a buffer-overflow vulnerability in Microsoft Office Outlook.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a specially crafted RTF email. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

Microsoft Office XP Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office 2003 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office 2007 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/MS10-064.mspx

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)