CVE-2020-0652
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 16.96%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0652 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 16.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Excel | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2019 | — |
| Microsoft | Office 365 Proplus | All versions | — |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0652Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-127/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0652Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-127/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0652?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-0652?
CVE-2020-0652 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 16.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0652?
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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