CVE-2016-3233: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 16, 2016
·Updated
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Excel=2007-sp3
Microsoft Excel=2010-sp2
Microsoft Excel=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack=sp3
Event History
Jun 16, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3233?
CVE-2016-3233 is rated as critical and can allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-3233?
To fix CVE-2016-3233, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-3233?
CVE-2016-3233 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, and the Office Compatibility Pack SP3.
4
Can CVE-2016-3233 be exploited through email attachments?
Yes, CVE-2016-3233 can be exploited by opening a crafted Office document sent via email.
5
What symptoms indicate a potential exploitation of CVE-2016-3233?
Symptoms of exploitation may include unexpected behavior, system crashes, or unauthorized access to system resources.