Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Microsoft Word Products

CVE-2016-7268

Summary

Microsoft Office products, including various versions of Microsoft Word and Office Web Apps, are susceptible to an information disclosure vulnerability. Attackers can exploit this flaw by crafting malicious documents that enable them to access sensitive information from process memory or induce a denial of service condition. This vulnerability can occur in multiple environments, affecting various applications, which highlights the importance of regular updates and proper security measures to mitigate potential risks.

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