CVE-2015-6122: Buffer Overflow
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, Excel for Mac 2011, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Excel Viewer 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-2015-6122?
CVE-2015-6122 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution through crafted Office documents.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6122?
To fix CVE-2015-6122, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Excel and Office products.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-6122?
CVE-2015-6122 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, Excel for Mac 2011, the Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Excel Viewer.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-6122?
CVE-2015-6122 can be exploited by remote attackers through maliciously crafted Office documents to execute arbitrary code.
What mitigations are recommended for CVE-2015-6122?
It is recommended to avoid opening untrusted documents and to ensure all software is updated to the latest security patches to mitigate CVE-2015-6122.