Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Office - Multiple Versions
CVE-2018-0848

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Equation Editor
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 January 2018

What is CVE-2018-0848?

The Equation Editor in various Microsoft Office versions exposes a remote code execution vulnerability due to improper handling of objects in memory. This issue permits an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system, which may lead to unauthorized access or control over affected devices. Users are encouraged to apply relevant security updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

Equation Editor Microsoft Office 2003, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Office 2013, and Microsoft Office 2016

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102747
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EPSS Score

25% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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