CVE-2016-7263: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 20, 2016
·Updated
Microsoft Excel for Mac 2011 and Excel 2016 for Mac allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2011
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2016
Event History
Dec 20, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:54 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7263?
CVE-2016-7263 is considered to have a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7263?
To fix CVE-2016-7263, you should install the security updates provided by Microsoft for Excel for Mac 2011 and 2016.
3
What are the affected versions in CVE-2016-7263?
CVE-2016-7263 affects Microsoft Excel for Mac 2011 and Microsoft Excel 2016 for Mac.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7263?
CVE-2016-7263 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service.
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Who can exploit CVE-2016-7263?
CVE-2016-7263 can be exploited by remote attackers through a crafted document.