Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Microsoft Windows Can Be Exploited by Malicious .HLP Files
CVE-2007-1912
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 10 April 2007
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What is CVE-2007-1912?
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows, which can be exploited by user-assisted attackers through maliciously constructed .HLP files. This flaw occurs when certain operations process these files, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system, leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of system resources.

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33% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
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