Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Font Library
CVE-2016-3304

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 contains a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a crafted embedded font. This weakness could potentially lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected systems.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92302
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40257/
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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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