CVE-2016-3313: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 09 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, 2013 RT SP1, and 2016, Word 2016 for Mac, and Word Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Word Viewer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3313?
CVE-2016-3313 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3313?
To fix CVE-2016-3313, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Office.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2016-3313?
CVE-2016-3313 affects Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, 2016, Word 2016 for Mac, and Word Viewer.
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-3313 facilitate?
CVE-2016-3313 can facilitate remote code execution attacks, allowing attackers to run arbitrary code on a victim's system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-3313?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2016-3313; the recommended solution is to install the security updates.
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