CVE-2016-0055: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 10, 2016
·Updated
Microsoft Office 2007 SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Office=2007-sp3
Event History
Feb 10, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0055?
CVE-2016-0055 has a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating it is a high-severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-0055?
You can mitigate CVE-2016-0055 by applying the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Office 2007 SP3.
3
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-0055?
CVE-2016-0055 can be exploited through malicious Office documents that attackers send to victims.
4
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-0055?
CVE-2016-0055 affects Microsoft Office 2007 SP3.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-0055?
Exploiting CVE-2016-0055 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.