CVE-2016-3301: Input Validation
First published: Tue Aug 09 2016(Updated: )
The Windows font library in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; Windows 7 SP1; Windows 8.1; Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2; Windows RT 8.1; Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607; Office 2007 SP3; Office 2010 SP2; Word Viewer; Skype for Business 2016; Lync 2013 SP1; Lync 2010; Lync 2010 Attendee; and Live Meeting 2007 Console allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted embedded font, aka "Windows Graphics Component RCE Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Live Meeting | =2007 | |
| Microsoft Lync Server | =2010 | |
| Microsoft Lync Server | =2010 | |
| Microsoft Lync Server | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Skype for Business | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3301?
CVE-2016-3301 is rated as important due to potential exploitation leading to code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3301?
To fix CVE-2016-3301, ensure that all impacted Microsoft software is updated with the latest security patches.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2016-3301?
CVE-2016-3301 affects versions including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.
What types of applications are vulnerable to CVE-2016-3301?
CVE-2016-3301 impacts multiple Microsoft applications, including Office 2007, Office 2010, Skype for Business, and Lync.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-3301?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2016-3301, so applying the security update is recommended to mitigate the risk.
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