High · published November 12, 2025
⚡ A sneaky missing authorization flaw lets malicious Apache OpenOffice documents load external links without so much as a "please!" 🚨 Think of it like a hotel room that lets you order room service without ever asking for your credit card — you might end up with an unexpected bill! This could allow an attacker to load harmful content directly into your workspace, potentially exposing sensitive information or leading to more severe attacks. Imagine opening a seemingly harmless document only to find it accessing dangerous sites in the background!
Think of it like a hotel room that lets you order room service without ever asking for your credit card — you might end up with an unexpected bill! In affected versions of Apache OpenOffice (up to 4.1.15), crafted documents using 'floating frames' can automatically load contents from external links without user consent, bypassing important security checks.
This could allow an attacker to load harmful content directly into your workspace, potentially exposing sensitive information or leading to more severe attacks. Imagine opening a seemingly harmless document only to find it accessing dangerous sites in the background! Upgrade immediately to Apache OpenOffice version 4.1.16 to close this dangerous gap. Additionally, avoid opening documents from untrusted sources to minimize risk. Regularly review your security settings for added protection! You've got this! With a quick update, you can keep your documents safe and secure. 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apache/openoffice | < 4.1.16 | 4.1.16 |