Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Word
CVE-2020-0980

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Sharepoint Enterprise Server
Microsoft Sharepoint Server
Microsoft Office
Office 365 Proplus
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 April 2020

What is CVE-2020-0980?

A vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word due to improper handling of objects in memory. This flaw may enable an attacker to execute remote code by convincing a user to open a specially crafted document. As a result, this could lead to unauthorized access to system resources. Users are advised to ensure they are using the latest security updates to mitigate potential risks.

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Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions

Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions

Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac

References

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

40% 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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