CVE-2020-0980
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 11.55%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0980 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 11.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Office | 2019 | — |
| Microsoft | Office 365 Proplus | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Office Online Server | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Office Web Apps | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Office Web Apps | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Enterprise Server | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Enterprise Server | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2019 | — |
| Microsoft | Word | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2016 | — |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0980Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0980Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0980?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-0980?
CVE-2020-0980 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 11.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0980?
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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