CVE-2016-7245: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Nov 10 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, Office 2013 RT SP1, and Office 2016 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 Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7245?
CVE-2016-7245 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7245?
You can fix CVE-2016-7245 by applying the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office versions.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2016-7245?
CVE-2016-7245 affects Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, Office 2013 RT SP1, and Office 2016.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7245?
CVE-2016-7245 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Can CVE-2016-7245 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7245 can be exploited remotely through crafted Office documents.
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