CVE-2010-3333VulnerabilityPublished 03/03/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2010-3333: Microsoft Office Stack-based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Affects Microsoft OfficeSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 03/03/2022
KEV deadline: 03/24/2022
EPSS: 89.4% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-3333 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2010-3333 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Microsoft Office's parsing of RTF data that allows remote code execution. It affects Microsoft Office and earlier versions. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided in the available data.

Summary

This vulnerability involves a stack-based buffer overflow in the RTF data parsing component of Microsoft Office and earlier versions. An attacker can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code remotely by crafting malicious RTF content. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2010-3333 and is associated with CWE-119 (Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer). Exploitation in the wild has been observed, indicating active threat usage.

Impact

Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution on affected systems, potentially allowing attackers to take control of the victim's machine. This can result in data compromise, system manipulation, or further malware deployment.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor Microsoft security advisories for updates and apply any available patches promptly once released.

Weaknesses

CWE-119Buffer Errors (Memory Bounds) (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 10:12:23 UTC

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