CVE-2016-3283: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 13, 2016
·Updated
Microsoft Word Viewer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Word Viewer
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-2016-3283?
CVE-2016-3283 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-3283?
To mitigate CVE-2016-3283, users should update to the latest version of Microsoft Word Viewer or apply the relevant security patches from Microsoft.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3283?
CVE-2016-3283 is categorized as a memory corruption vulnerability affecting Microsoft Word Viewer.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2016-3283?
Users of Microsoft Word Viewer are at risk of exploitation through specially crafted Office documents.
5
Can CVE-2016-3283 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-3283 can be exploited remotely by attackers through malicious Office documents.