Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Software
CVE-2020-0652
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 14 January 2020
Summary
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software due to improper handling of objects in memory. This flaw could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a user's system if they can convince the user to open a specially crafted file. Successful exploitation requires that the victim opens a malicious document or previews them in an affected version of Microsoft Office. It underscores the importance of managing software updates and implementing robust security practices to mitigate potential exploitation.
Affected Version(s)
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office 2016 (32-bit edition)
References
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