Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Microsoft Word Products
CVE-2016-3281

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Word
Word For Mac
Office Web Apps
Sharepoint Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 July 2016

Summary

A vulnerability exists in multiple versions of Microsoft Word products that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system when a crafted Office document is opened. The flaw arises from improper handling of objects in memory, exposing users to potential exploitation. This can lead to unauthorized access, data integrity breaches, and various malicious actions executed without user consent.

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036274
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91588
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036275
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK

EPSS Score

41% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
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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