CVE-2008-0120

Name: CVE-2008-0120
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-08-13T00:41:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 31.93%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-0120 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PowerPoint file with a malformed picture index that triggers memory corruption, related to handling of CString objects, aka "Memory Allocation Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 31.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Integer overflow in Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PowerPoint file with a malformed picture index that triggers memory corruption, related to handling of CString objects, aka "Memory Allocation Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

31.93%

98.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Office Powerpoint Viewer	2003

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 13, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0120?

How severe is CVE-2008-0120?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0120 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 31.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0120?

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