Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Affects Microsoft Office Visio

CVE-2024-38169

Summary

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office Visio that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a user's system. This vulnerability arises when Visio improperly handles specially crafted files. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could gain the same user privileges as the logged-on user. The impact of this vulnerability is significant as it could facilitate unauthorized access to sensitive information and disrupt system operations, making it critical for users to implement available security updates and best practices.

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