CVE-2016-7231: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 10, 2016
·Updated
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel for Mac 2011, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Excel Viewer allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Excel=2007-sp3
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2011
Microsoft Excel Viewer
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack=sp3
Event History
Nov 10, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:16 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:16 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7231?
CVE-2016-7231 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7231?
To fix CVE-2016-7231, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software.
3
What products are affected by CVE-2016-7231?
CVE-2016-7231 affects Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel for Mac 2011, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, and Excel Viewer.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7231?
CVE-2016-7231 is a memory corruption vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
5
Can CVE-2016-7231 be exploited via email?
Yes, CVE-2016-7231 can be exploited through a crafted Office document, potentially delivered via email.