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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2011-1983 is a use-after-free vulnerability present in Microsoft Office 2007 SP2 and SP3, Office 2010 Gold and SP1, and Office for Mac 2011. This vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by enticing a user to open a specially crafted Word document. This type of vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate memory that has already been freed, potentially leading to the execution of malicious code.
Overview
This vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Office, including popular versions such as Office 2007, Office 2010, and Office for Mac 2011. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a use-after-free condition in the processing of Word documents.
Remediation
To mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft. Users should ensure that their Microsoft Office installations are up to date with the latest patches and security updates. Additionally, users should exercise caution when opening Word documents from untrusted sources to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.
References
- OVAL Definition: oval:org.mitre.oval:def:14558
- US-CERT Technical Alert: TA11-347A
- Microsoft Security Bulletin: MS11-089
- SecurityTracker Reference: 1026409
- OVAL Definition: oval:org.mitre.oval:def:14197
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- InformationInformation
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
