Remote Code Execution in Microsoft Windows Font Library
CVE-2016-3303

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Live Meeting
Lync
Office
Windows 7
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 August 2016

Summary

The Windows font library in several Microsoft products allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a crafted embedded font. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by tricking users into opening a specially crafted document or web page, leading to unauthorized actions on the victim's system. This vulnerability affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, as well as several applications including Skype for Business and Office. Correcting this issue is critical to maintaining system integrity and preventing potential exploitation.

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40256/
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92301
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https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securit...
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EPSS Score

49% 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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