MS.Office.PowerPoint.Use.After.Free

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This indicates an attack attempt against a Use-After-Free vulnerability in Microsoft PowerPoint.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a malformed .ppt file. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted .ppt file.

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Microsoft PowerPoint 12.0.6727.5000

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

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the latest update from the vendor.
https://technet.microsoft.com/library/security/ms15-46

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)