CVE-2013-3155

Microsoft Access 2007 SP3, 2010 SP1 and SP2, and 2013 in Microsoft Office allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…

published September 11, 2013

CVSS
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EPSS
20%
Percentile
97.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty Access file could bring your whole system to its knees! This memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Access opens the door for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. 🔥 Think of it like a dinner invitation with a hidden agenda — the beautifully crafted menu looks mouthwatering, but it contains a secret recipe that could spoil the entire meal! An attacker can send a carefully designed Access file that, when opened, wreaks havoc behind the scenes. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run any code they want on your system, leading to a complete takeover! In the worst-case scenario, it could also lead to a denial of service, leaving your applications unusable at the most inconvenient times.

Put simply

Think of it like a dinner invitation with a hidden agenda — the beautifully crafted menu looks mouthwatering, but it contains a secret recipe that could spoil the entire meal! An attacker can send a carefully designed Access file that, when opened, wreaks havoc behind the scenes. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit memory corruption by manipulating an Access file, leading to arbitrary code execution or service disruption when users open the compromised file.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run any code they want on your system, leading to a complete takeover! In the worst-case scenario, it could also lead to a denial of service, leaving your applications unusable at the most inconvenient times. To safeguard your system, ensure you are running the latest version of Microsoft Access with all relevant patches applied. Avoid opening suspicious Access files from unknown sources, and consider implementing strict file scanning measures. You've got this! Stay vigilant and follow these steps to keep your systems secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.20184 · 97.5th percentile
Published
2013-09-11T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 SEP 10:00Z
    Microsoft Access 2007 SP3, 2010 SP1 and SP2, and 2013 in Microsoft Office allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…
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