CVE-2016-0136: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Apr 12 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Excel Services on SharePoint Server 2007 SP3, and Excel Services on SharePoint Server 2010 SP2 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 Excel for Mac | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Designer | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Foundation | =2010-sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0136?
CVE-2016-0136 has a critical severity rating, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0136?
To fix CVE-2016-0136, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Excel and SharePoint.
Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2016-0136?
CVE-2016-0136 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3 and Excel 2010 SP2.
What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2016-0136?
CVE-2016-0136 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via maliciously crafted Office documents.
Is SharePoint vulnerable to CVE-2016-0136?
Yes, both SharePoint Server 2007 SP3 and SharePoint Server 2010 SP2 are vulnerable to CVE-2016-0136.
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