CVE-2016-0126: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed May 11 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Office 2013 SP1, 2013 RT SP1, and 2016 allows 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 | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0126?
CVE-2016-0126 has been rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0126?
To fix CVE-2016-0126, apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for affected versions of Office.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2016-0126?
CVE-2016-0126 affects Microsoft Office 2013 SP1, 2013 RT SP1, and Office 2016.
What kind of attack does CVE-2016-0126 enable?
CVE-2016-0126 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted Office document.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2016-0126?
The recommended course of action for CVE-2016-0126 is to update the affected software rather than relying on a workaround.
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