Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Products
CVE-2016-3234

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Office Web Apps
Office
Sharepoint Server
Office Compatibility Pack
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 June 2016

What is CVE-2016-3234?

This vulnerability in Microsoft Office products allows remote attackers to access sensitive information by leveraging crafted Office documents. When an affected version processes a malicious document, it can unintentionally expose stored data from process memory, making it susceptible to unauthorized access. This flaw poses significant risks for users handling confidential documents, emphasizing the need for immediate updates to safeguard against potential data breaches.

References

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securit...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036093
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EPSS Score

35% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2016-3234 : Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Products