(MS10-088) Vulnerabilities in Microsoft PowerPoint Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2293386)
Severity: HIGH
CVE Identifier: CVE-2010-2573
Advisory Date: FEB 11, 2011
DESCRIPTION
This update resolves two vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office that could allow a malicious user to execute code remotely when users open a specially crafted PowerPoint file. The said vulnerabilities could allow attackers to install programs, access data or create new accounts with full user rights.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
For information on patches specific to the affected software, please proceed to the Microsoft Web page.
Trend Micro clients using OfficeScan with Intrusion Defense Firewall (IDF) may refer to the table below for the pattern filter identifier(s):
| Vulnerability ID | Identifier & Title | IDF First Pattern Version | IDF First Pattern Release Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2010-2573 | 1004499 - PowerPoint Integer Underflow Causes Heap Corruption Vulnerability | 10-035 | Nov 10, 2010 |
SOLUTION
PATCH: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms10-088.mspx
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1004499
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: PowerPoint Integer Underflow Causes Heap Corruption Vulnerability
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Microsoft Office XP Service Pack 3
- Microsoft Office 2003 Service Pack 3
- Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac
- Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer Service Pack 2
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