CVE-2016-7233: Infoleak
Microsoft Word 2007, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, Excel for Mac 2011, Word Viewer, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Word Automation Services on SharePoint Server 2013 SP1, and Office Web Apps 2010 SP2 allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7233?
CVE-2016-7233 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from memory.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7233?
To fix CVE-2016-7233, apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.
Which products are affected by CVE-2016-7233?
CVE-2016-7233 affects Microsoft Word 2007, Office 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, Excel for Mac 2011, and other Microsoft Office products.
Can CVE-2016-7233 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7233 can be exploited remotely to access sensitive information.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-7233?
No specific workaround for CVE-2016-7233 is recommended; updating to the latest version is the best mitigation.