CVE-2017-8501: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jul 11 2017(Updated: )
Microsoft Office allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way that it handles objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8502.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Mac | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Excel Viewer | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2011 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office Online Server | =2016 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server | =2013 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8501?
CVE-2017-8501 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8501?
To fix CVE-2017-8501, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Office products.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8501?
CVE-2017-8501 affects Microsoft Excel versions 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2016, among others.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8501?
CVE-2017-8501 is a memory corruption vulnerability that can allow remote code execution.
Can CVE-2017-8501 be exploited by an attacker?
Yes, CVE-2017-8501 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system.
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