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CVE-2004-0571: Microsoft Word for Windows 6.0 Converter does not properly validate certain data lengths, which allows remo...

Microsoft Word for Windows 6.0 Converter does not properly validate certain data lengths, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .wri, .rtf, and .doc file sent by email or malicious web site, aka "Table Conversion Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-0901.

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Plain-English summary

This is a legacy Microsoft Word for Windows 6.0 Converter flaw. A malicious .wri, .rtf, or .doc file delivered by email or a website could cause arbitrary code execution. Treat it as serious where old Office conversion components remain in use.

Executive priority

Prioritize remediation for any legacy workstation or server that can open external documents. Business urgency depends on whether this obsolete converter exists in the environment; if absent, residual risk is low.

Technical view

CVE-2004-0571 is the MS04-041 “Table Conversion Vulnerability.” The converter fails to validate certain data lengths, enabling remote code execution through crafted document formats. The record distinguishes it from CVE-2004-0901. The bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, or detailed affected-version metadata.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows systems or Office-related installations that still include the Microsoft Word for Windows 6.0 Converter and open untrusted .wri, .rtf, or .doc files.

Exploitation context

The source states remote attackers can trigger code execution through email-delivered files or malicious websites. The bundle does not cite CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence, so active exploitation should not be assumed.

Researcher notes

The public bundle is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, precise product matrix, or exploit intelligence is included. Anchor validation on MS04-041 and OVAL checks, and avoid conflating this issue with CVE-2004-0901.

Mitigation direction

  • Review Microsoft MS04-041 for applicable security update guidance.
  • Apply vendor-approved updates on systems retaining the converter.
  • Remove or disable the legacy converter where business use is unnecessary.
  • Restrict opening untrusted .wri, .rtf, and .doc files on legacy hosts.
  • Use email and web controls to reduce delivery of risky document attachments.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory endpoints for legacy Office conversion components.
  • Check patch status against Microsoft MS04-041 applicability.
  • Use cited OVAL definitions where supported by your scanner.
  • Review email and web telemetry for suspicious document delivery.
  • Confirm vulnerable file types are blocked or handled safely on legacy systems.
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Confidence
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