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Third Microsoft Word Code Execution Exploit Posted

gregleimbeck writes "Exploit code for a third, unpatched vulnerability in Microsoft Word has been posted on the Internet, adding to the software maker's struggles to keep up with gaping holes in its popular word processing program. The attack code, available at Milw0rm.com, contains sample Word documents that have been rigged to launch code execution exploits when the file is opened."

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  1. Not an Exploit - Gurenteeing Upgrades! by clark0r · · Score: 0, Redundant

    At last! A reason to tell my IT department to fork out the money for upgrades to Office 2007 when it comes out due to it's "security". If they use the same line that the UK government does to sell ID cards, biometric passports, "it's safer", MS are sure to make more cash!