What is the severity of CVE-2017-0260?

CVE-2017-0260 has been assigned a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0260?

To fix CVE-2017-0260, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Office and Windows.

What versions of software are affected by CVE-2017-0260?

CVE-2017-0260 affects Microsoft Office 2013 SP1, Microsoft Office 2016, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0260?

CVE-2017-0260 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability that can allow an attacker to run arbitrary code on an affected system.

Can CVE-2017-0260 be exploited through email?

Yes, CVE-2017-0260 can be exploited through maliciously crafted emails containing Office documents that trigger the vulnerability.

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CVE-2017-0260

critical

9.3

15/6/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-0260

First published: Thu Jun 15 2017(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8509, CVE-2017-8510, CVE-2017-8511, CVE-2017-8512, and CVE-2017-8506.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Office	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office	=2016
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server	=r2-sp1

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0260

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0260?
CVE-2017-0260 has been assigned a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0260?
To fix CVE-2017-0260, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Office and Windows.
What versions of software are affected by CVE-2017-0260?
CVE-2017-0260 affects Microsoft Office 2013 SP1, Microsoft Office 2016, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0260?
CVE-2017-0260 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability that can allow an attacker to run arbitrary code on an affected system.
Can CVE-2017-0260 be exploited through email?
Yes, CVE-2017-0260 can be exploited through maliciously crafted emails containing Office documents that trigger the vulnerability.

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