CVE-2014-6332
Microsoft Windows Object Linking & Embedding (OLE) Automation Array Remote Code Execution
- Published11 Nov 2014
- Added to CISA KEV25 Mar 2022
- Remediation due15 Apr 2022
Description
OleAut32.dll in OLE in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site, as demonstrated by an array-redimensioning attempt that triggers improper handling of a size value in the SafeArrayDimen function, aka "Windows OLE Automation Array Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134053/Avant-Browser-Lite-Ultimate-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134061/The-World-Browser-3.0-Final-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134062/HTML-Compiler-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134064/Microsoft-Compiled-HTML-Help-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134079/Winamp-Bento-Browser-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-064
- http://securityintelligence.com/ibm-x-force-researcher-finds-significant-vulnerability-in-microsoft-windows
- https://forsec.nl/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/ms14_064_ie_olerce.rb_.txt
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2014-6332
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/37668/
and 7 more references
Related CVEs
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2014-6332 being actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2014-6332 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 25 Mar 2022.
How severe is CVE-2014-6332?
CVE-2014-6332 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 94.9% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2014-6332?
Affected products include Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows 8, Microsoft Windows 8.1, Microsoft Windows Rt, Microsoft Windows Rt 8.1, and 4 more.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6332?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.