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AusCERT Update AU-2008.0024 - [Win]
A vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Windows WordPad Text
Converter
18 December 2008

        AusCERT Update Summary
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Product:              Microsoft Windows WordPad Text Converter
Operating System:     Windows
Impact:               Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands
Access:               Remote/Unauthenticated
CVE Names:            CVE-2008-4841

Ref:                  AL-2008.0126

Please note that Microsoft has updated the Security Advisory relating to the 
WordPad Text Converter vulnerability to include a new workaround.

AusCERT has made every effort to ensure that the information contained
in this document is accurate.  However, the decision to use the information
described is the responsibility of each user or organisation. The decision to
follow or act on information or advice contained in this security bulletin is
the responsibility of each user or organisation, and should be considered in
accordance with your organisation\'s site policies and procedures. AusCERT
takes no responsibility for consequences which may arise from following or
acting on information or advice contained in this security bulletin.

If you believe that your computer system has been compromised or attacked in 
any way, we encourage you to let us know by completing the secure National IT 
Incident Reporting Form at:

        http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=3192

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Australian Computer Emergency Response Team
The University of Queensland
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Qld 4072

Internet Email: auscert@auscert.org.au
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