CVE-2019-1461
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 4.64%
Last modified
CVE-2019-1461 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A denial of service vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Denial of Service Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 4.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A denial of service vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Denial of Service Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Office | 2019 | — |
| Microsoft | Office 365 Proplus | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Word | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2016 | — |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1461Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1461Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-1461?
A denial of service vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Denial of Service Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2019-1461?
CVE-2019-1461 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1461?
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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