CVE-2015-2477: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Aug 15 2015(Updated: )
Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, Office for Mac 2011, Office for Mac 2016, and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2011 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2477?
CVE-2015-2477 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2477?
To remediate CVE-2015-2477, apply the latest security patches and updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office versions.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2015-2477?
CVE-2015-2477 affects Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, Office for Mac 2011, Office for Mac 2016, and Word Viewer.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-2477 facilitate?
CVE-2015-2477 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the target system through crafted documents.
Can CVE-2015-2477 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2015-2477 can be exploited automatically when a user opens a malicious document.
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