CVE-2017-8501
UnknownEPSS 22.50%
Last modified
CVE-2017-8501 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Office allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way that it handles objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8502.. EPSS estimates a 22.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Office allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way that it handles objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8502.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Excel | 2007 | Sp3 |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Excel Viewer | 2007 | Sp3 |
| Microsoft | Office | 2011 | — |
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Office Compatibility Pack | All versions | Sp3 |
| Microsoft | Office Online Server | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2013 | — |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99441Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038851Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-us/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8501Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99441Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038851Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-us/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8501Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-8501?
Microsoft Office allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way that it handles objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8502.
How severe is CVE-2017-8501?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8501 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 22.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8501?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-8501?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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