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

Summary

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.

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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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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