9.3CVSSCRITICAL
Description
Microsoft Works 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption) via a crafted Word .doc file, aka "Works Heap Vulnerability."
CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:NAccess VectorNetwork
AC:MAccess ComplexityMedium
Au:NAuthenticationNone
Impact
C:CConfidentialityComplete
I:CIntegrityComplete
A:CAvailabilityComplete
Weaknesses
Affected Products
Exploitability
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MITRE ATT&CK
2 techniques Initial Access
Privilege Escalation
References
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027621
securitytracker.com
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55796
securityfocus.com
http://secunia.com/advisories/50844
secunia.com
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Timeline
Published
Oct 9, 2012
Last Updated
Apr 29, 2026
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