Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows and Office Products
CVE-2016-3301

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Rt 8.1
Live Meeting
Windows Server 2012
Lync
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 August 2016

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 53%

What is CVE-2016-3301?

The Windows font library in various versions of Microsoft Windows and Office products is susceptible to a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. By crafting an embedded font and exploiting this flaw, intruders could gain unauthorized access, potentially compromising sensitive data or system integrity. Affected systems include multiple versions of Windows from Vista through Windows 10, as well as various Office applications.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2016-3301 - Proof of Concept

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92288
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40255/
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https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securit...
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EPSS Score

53% 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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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