Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions:
Microsoft Office versions 2000 SP3 through 2007 SP1
Works versions 8.5 through 9
Description:
A buffer overflow issue exists in the Works for Windows document converters, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Works .wps file. This could trigger memory corruption. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if a user opens a specially crafted .wps file. Users with fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
Recommendations:
For Microsoft Office 2000 SP3, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue.
For Microsoft Office XP SP3, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue.
For Microsoft Office 2003 SP3, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue.
For Microsoft Office 2007 SP1, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue.
For Works 8.5 and 9, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue.
As a temporary workaround, consider avoiding the use of the Works for Windows document converters to minimize the risk of exploitation.