CVE-2015-6038: Buffer Overflow
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, Excel 2013 SP1, Excel 2013 RT SP1, Excel 2016, Excel for Mac 2011, Excel 2016 for Mac, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Excel Viewer, and Excel Services on SharePoint Server 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, and 2013 SP1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6038?
CVE-2015-6038 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6038?
To mitigate CVE-2015-6038, apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected software versions.
Which software is affected by CVE-2015-6038?
CVE-2015-6038 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Excel, Excel Viewer, and SharePoint Server across various service packs.
What types of attacks does CVE-2015-6038 allow?
CVE-2015-6038 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-6038?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2015-6038; the primary method of protection is by applying available security updates.