CVE-2016-3317
UnknownEPSS 22.13%
Last modified
CVE-2016-3317 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Word 2007 SP3, Word 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, Word 2016 for Mac, and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 22.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Word 2007 SP3, Word 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, Word 2016 for Mac, and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2007 | Sp3 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Word For Mac | 2011 | — |
| Microsoft | Word Viewer | All versions | — |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-3317?
Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Word 2007 SP3, Word 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, Word 2016 for Mac, and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-3317?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3317 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 22.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3317?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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