MS.Office.PNG.File.Handling.Buffer.Overflow
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Microsoft Office.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a malformed PNG file. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted PNG file.
Affected Products
Microsoft Office 2003 Service Pack 3
Microsoft Office for Mac 2011
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attacks can gain contol of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
http://technet.microsoft.com/security/bulletin/MS13-051
Telemetry
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