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CVE-2003-0820

UnknownEPSS 25.73%

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CVE-2003-0820 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Word 97, 98(J), 2000, and 2002, and Microsoft Works Suites 2001 through 2004, do not properly check the length of the "Macro names" data value, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow attack.. EPSS estimates a 25.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Word 97, 98(J), 2000, and 2002, and Microsoft Works Suites 2001 through 2004, do not properly check the length of the "Macro names" data value, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
25.73%

97.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWord97
MicrosoftWord98
MicrosoftWord2000
MicrosoftWord2002
MicrosoftWorks2001
MicrosoftWorks2002
MicrosoftWorks2003
MicrosoftWorks2004

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0820?
Microsoft Word 97, 98(J), 2000, and 2002, and Microsoft Works Suites 2001 through 2004, do not properly check the length of the "Macro names" data value, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow attack.
How severe is CVE-2003-0820?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0820 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 25.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0820?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST