CVE-2007-2223
UnknownEPSS 48.72%
Last modified
CVE-2007-2223 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft XML Core Services (MSXML) 3.0 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the substringData method on a (1) TextNode or (2) XMLDOM object, which causes an integer overflow that leads to a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 48.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft XML Core Services (MSXML) 3.0 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the substringData method on a (1) TextNode or (2) XMLDOM object, which causes an integer overflow that leads to a buffer overflow.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Xml Core Services | 3.0 |
| Microsoft | Xml Core Services | 4.0 |
| Microsoft | Xml Core Services | 6.0 |
| Microsoft | Xml Core Services | 5.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26447Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/361968Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/476527/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/476747/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25301Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018559Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2866Vendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-048/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-042Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26447Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/361968Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/476527/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/476747/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25301Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018559Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2866Vendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-048/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-042Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-2223?
Microsoft XML Core Services (MSXML) 3.0 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the substringData method on a (1) TextNode or (2) XMLDOM object, which causes an integer overflow that leads to a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2007-2223?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-2223 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 48.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2223?
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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