CVE-2016-3278: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 13, 2016
·Updated
Microsoft Outlook 2010 SP2, 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."
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Outlook=2010-sp2
Microsoft Outlook=2013-sp1
Microsoft Outlook=2016
Microsoft Outlook Rt=2013-sp1
Event History
Jul 13, 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-2016-3278?
CVE-2016-3278 is classified as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-3278?
To fix CVE-2016-3278, install the latest security update provided by Microsoft for your version of Outlook.
3
What versions of Microsoft Outlook are affected by CVE-2016-3278?
CVE-2016-3278 affects Microsoft Outlook 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2016, as well as Outlook RT 2013 SP1.
4
Can CVE-2016-3278 be exploited by attackers?
Yes, CVE-2016-3278 can be exploited by attackers using crafted Office documents.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3278 classified as?
CVE-2016-3278 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability affecting Microsoft Office.