Remote Code Execution in Microsoft OneNote 2007 SP3 Exploited by Malicious Files
CVE-2014-2815

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Onenote
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2014

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 13%

Summary

A vulnerability in Microsoft OneNote 2007 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system through specially crafted OneNote files. When a user opens a malicious OneNote file, it can trigger the creation of an executable file in the startup folder, potentially enabling attackers to run harmful software without user consent. Proper security measures and prompt updates are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CABTrap_OneNote2007
Created by Edubr2020

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030717
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://secunia.com/advisories/60672
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_SECUNIA
http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2014/08/12/assessi...
x_refsource_CONFIRM

EPSS Score

13% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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