Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Word
CVE-2020-0851

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Office
Office 365 Proplus
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 March 2020

What is CVE-2020-0851?

A vulnerability in Microsoft Word allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a user's system by crafting a malicious document that exploits improper memory object handling. When the affected product processes such a document, the exploitation can occur, potentially granting the attacker control over the system. Users should regularly update their software to patch vulnerabilities and mitigate risks associated with such threats.

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Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac

Microsoft Office 2016 for Mac

Office 365 ProPlus 32-bit Systems

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

33% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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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