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

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