CVE-2016-3360: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 14 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 SP3, PowerPoint 2010 SP2, PowerPoint 2013 SP1, PowerPoint 2013 RT SP1, PowerPoint 2016 for Mac, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, PowerPoint Viewer, SharePoint Server 2013 SP1, Office Web Apps 2010 SP2, and Office Web Apps Server 2013 SP1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps Server 2013 | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office PowerPoint Viewer | ||
| Microsoft SharePoint Designer 2013 | =2013-sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3360?
CVE-2016-3360 has a severity rating that indicates a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3360?
To fix CVE-2016-3360, apply the latest updates and security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.
What types of software are affected by CVE-2016-3360?
CVE-2016-3360 affects several versions of Microsoft PowerPoint, Office Compatibility Pack, and Office Web Apps, among others.
Can CVE-2016-3360 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-3360 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-3360?
While the recommended solution is applying patches, users may temporarily disable certain functionalities in affected applications as a workaround.
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