Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Products
CVE-2020-1458

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft 365 Apps For Enterprise For 32-bit Systems
Microsoft 365 Apps For Enterprise For 64-bit Systems
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2020

Summary

A remote code execution vulnerability occurs in Microsoft Office due to improper validation of input during the loading of dynamic link library (DLL) files. This flaw permits an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the user's system by crafting a malicious file that, when opened, triggers the exploit. Users are encouraged to ensure their Microsoft Office applications are up-to-date to mitigate potential risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise for 32-bit Systems = unspecified

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise for 64-bit Systems = unspecified

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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