CVE-2016-3359: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 14, 2016
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Updated

Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Excel Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Affected Software

4 affected components
Microsoft Excel=2007-sp3
Microsoft Excel=2010-sp2
Microsoft Excel Viewer
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack=sp3

Event History

Sep 14, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3359?

CVE-2016-3359 has a critical severity rating, indicating that it can allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-3359?

To fix CVE-2016-3359, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Excel and Office.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2016-3359?

CVE-2016-3359 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, the Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Excel Viewer.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3359?

CVE-2016-3359 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability that can result in arbitrary code execution.

5

Can CVE-2016-3359 be exploited through email attachments?

Yes, CVE-2016-3359 can be exploited by sending crafted documents via email, which can lead to remote code execution on the user’s system.

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