CVE-2011-3410

CVE-2011-3410 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Publisher with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 28% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

Array index error in Microsoft Publisher 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP2 and SP3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Publisher file that leverages incorrect handling of values in memory, aka "Publisher Out-of-bounds Array Index Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-3410?
Array index error in Microsoft Publisher 2003 SP3, and 2007 SP2 and SP3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Publisher file that leverages incorrect handling of values in memory, aka "Publisher Out-of-bounds Array Index Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2011-3410?
CVE-2011-3410 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2011-3410 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 28% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-3410?
CVE-2011-3410 primarily affects Microsoft Publisher. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3410?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-3410 published?
CVE-2011-3410 was published on 2011-12-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

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