CVE-2015-1649: Use After Free
First published: Tue Apr 14 2015(Updated: )
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Word Viewer, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Word Automation Services on SharePoint Server 2010 SP2, and Office Web Apps Server 2010 SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Component Use After Free Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1649?
CVE-2015-1649 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1649?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1649, users must apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2015-1649?
CVE-2015-1649 affects Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, and several other related Microsoft products.
Can CVE-2015-1649 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-1649 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted Office documents.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1649?
CVE-2015-1649 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
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