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This update resolves a newly-discovered, privately-reported vulnerability.

An Information Disclosure vulnerability exists in PowerPoint. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could remotely attempt to access objects in the Temporary Internet Files Folder (TIFF) explicitly by name.

An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could remotely attempt to access objects in the Temporary Internet Files Folder (TIFF) explicitly by name. Note that this vulnerability would not allow an attacker to execute code or to elevate their user rights directly, but it could be used to produce useful information that could be used to try to further compromise the affected system.

Microsoft recommends that customers should update at the earliest opportunity.

Affected Software:

  • Office 2000 SP3
    • PowerPoint 2000

Non-Affected Software:

  • Office XP SP3
    • PowerPoint 2002
  • Office 2003 SP1 or SP2
    • PowerPoint 2003

It is recommended that you view the full article related to this vulnerability at Microsoft.com.

Quick Fix Instructions

  1. Download the patches appropriate for your system below.
  2. Save the file to a convenient location, such as your download folder or the Windows desktop.
  3. Close all programs before you run the tool.
  4. Double-click the file to start the update tool.
  5. Follow the On-Screen Instructions

Most Common Versions:

Note:  You can configure Windows 2000 and XP to automatically download and install new critical updates.  For instructions on configuring automatic updates, click here.

Released 02/14/2006

 
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