CVE-2015-6091: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 11 2015(Updated: )
Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Word 2013 SP1, Word 2013 RT SP1, Word 2016, and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6091?
The severity of CVE-2015-6091 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6091?
To fix CVE-2015-6091, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office products.
What versions of Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2015-6091?
CVE-2015-6091 affects Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2013 SP1, Word 2016, and Microsoft Word Viewer.
Can CVE-2015-6091 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-6091 can be exploited remotely through a crafted Office document.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-6091 classified as?
CVE-2015-6091 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability affecting Microsoft Office applications.
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