What is the severity of CVE-2017-0262?

CVE-2017-0262 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0262?

To fix CVE-2017-0262, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Office versions.

What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2017-0262?

CVE-2017-0262 affects Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, and Office 2016.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0262?

CVE-2017-0262 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.

How can CVE-2017-0262 be exploited?

CVE-2017-0262 can be exploited by successfully sending a crafted file to a user, leading to arbitrary code execution.

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CVE-2017-0262

Exploited

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9.3

12/5/2017

21/11/2024

CVE-2017-0262: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 12 2017(Updated: )

Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, and Office 2016 allow a remote code execution vulnerability when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0261 and CVE-2017-0281.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Office	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office	=2016
Microsoft Office
	=2010-sp2
	=2013-sp1
	=2016

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0262

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0262?
CVE-2017-0262 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0262?
To fix CVE-2017-0262, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Office versions.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2017-0262?
CVE-2017-0262 affects Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, and Office 2016.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0262?
CVE-2017-0262 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
How can CVE-2017-0262 be exploited?
CVE-2017-0262 can be exploited by successfully sending a crafted file to a user, leading to arbitrary code execution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0262?
CVE-2017-0262 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0262?
To fix CVE-2017-0262, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Office versions.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2017-0262?
CVE-2017-0262 affects Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, and Office 2016.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0262?
CVE-2017-0262 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
How can CVE-2017-0262 be exploited?
CVE-2017-0262 can be exploited by successfully sending a crafted file to a user, leading to arbitrary code execution.