Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft PowerPoint
CVE-2017-8513

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Powerpoint
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 June 2017

Summary

There exists a security vulnerability in Microsoft PowerPoint that enables attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating objects in memory. This flaw occurs when PowerPoint improperly processes crafted content, potentially allowing a malicious actor to control a victim's system. Users opening a malicious PowerPoint file may expose their systems to exploitation, emphasizing the importance of applying security updates promptly.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 Service Pack 3 and Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 Service Pack 3.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98830
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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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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