Alert Number: 090109-01
Alert Date: 09/01/09
Alert Title: OpenOffice update fixes vulnerabilities
Update-to: None.
OS/Platform/Application:
OpenOffice.org
Category: ALERT
Severity: HIGH
Attention: OpenOffice users, System Administrators, Desktop Support Personnel.
Summary: OpenOffice.org has released an updated version of its popular freeware office productivity suite. OpenOffice.org 3.1.1 includes fixes for two vulnerabilities linked to the handling of maliciously-crafted Microsoft Word documents which could (if successfully exploited) lead to application crash or takeover of a vulnerable system.
Recommended Actions: OpenOffice.org users are encouraged to install the update as soon as possible.
Readers are encouraged to share this alert with family, friends, and associates.
ITS Actions: N/A
Resources:
Vupen Advisory:
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2490
