HTTP: OpenOffice.org XPM File Processing Integer Overflow

This signature detects attempts to exploit a known integer overflow vulnerability has in OpenOffice. It is due to a boundary error when the XPMReader::ReadXPM function in xpmread.cxx in OpenOffice.org processes XPM files. A remote unauthenticated attacker can leverage this by enticing a target user to open a malicious XPM file with a vulnerable application. In a successful attack, it can result in a heap overflow leading to the possibility of code execution within the security context of the currently logged on user. In an unsuccessful attack, the target application can terminate abnormally.

Extended Description

OpenOffice is prone to multiple remote code-execution vulnerabilities because of errors in processing certain files. Remote attackers can exploit these issues by enticing victims into opening maliciously crafted files. Successful exploits may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in a denial of service. Versions prior to OpenOffice 3.2 are vulnerable.

Affected Products

Pardus linux_2009

References

BugTraq: 38218

CVE: CVE-2009-2949

Short Name

HTTP:STC:DL:OO-XPMREAD-OF

Severity

Major

Recommended

False

Recommended Action

Drop

HTTP: OpenOffice.org XPM File Processing Integer Overflow

Extended Description

Affected Products

References

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