CVE-2016-7275
First published: Tue Dec 20 2016(Updated: )
Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, 2013 RT SP1, and 2016 mishandles library loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Microsoft Office OLE DLL Side Loading Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7275?
CVE-2016-7275 has a CVSS score of 7.8, indicating it is a high severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7275?
To fix CVE-2016-7275, apply the Microsoft security update provided in the official patch release.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-7275?
CVE-2016-7275 affects Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2016.
What does CVE-2016-7275 exploit?
CVE-2016-7275 exploits the improper handling of library loading in Microsoft Office applications.
Can CVE-2016-7275 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2016-7275 requires a local user to be able to execute a crafted application to exploit the vulnerability.
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