CVE-2016-7291: High severity microsoft office vulnerability
Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Word for Mac 2011, Word Automation Services on SharePoint Server 2010 SP2, 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 document, aka "Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-7290.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7291?
CVE-2016-7291 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7291?
To fix CVE-2016-7291, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Office and Word.
What are the affected products of CVE-2016-7291?
CVE-2016-7291 affects Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Word for Mac 2011, Word Automation Services on SharePoint Server 2010 SP2, and Office Web Apps 2010 SP2.
Can CVE-2016-7291 lead to unauthorized information disclosure?
Yes, CVE-2016-7291 can allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory.
Does CVE-2016-7291 cause denial of service attacks?
Yes, CVE-2016-7291 can also lead to denial of service conditions affecting the application.