Vulnerability identifier: #VU70173

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-47211

CWE-ID: CWE-121

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when parsing SKP files. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted SKP file, trigger a stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-47211
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1677/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.