CVE-2016-7235: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Nov 10 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Word 2007, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, Excel for Mac 2011, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | =2011 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2007 | |
| Microsoft Office Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2011 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7235?
CVE-2016-7235 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7235?
To fix CVE-2016-7235, ensure you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office versions.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-7235?
CVE-2016-7235 affects Microsoft Word 2007, Office 2010 SP2, Word for Mac 2011, and Excel for Mac 2011 among others.
Can CVE-2016-7235 allow attackers to access my system remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7235 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-7235 enable?
CVE-2016-7235 enables attacks through crafted Office documents that exploit memory corruption vulnerabilities.
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