Signature Detail

HTTP: Microsoft Office MSO.dll Remote Code Execution

This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Microsoft Office. A successful attack can lead to arbitrary code execution.

Extended Description

Microsoft Office is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this issue by enticing a victim to open a malicious Office file. Successful exploits would allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the currently logged-in user.

Affected Products

• Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac
• Microsoft Office XP SP3

References

• BugTraq: 38073
• CVE: CVE-2010-0243