CVE-2017-8508
First published: Thu Jun 15 2017(Updated: )
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when it improperly handles the parsing of file formats, aka "Microsoft Office Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability".
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Outlook | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8508?
CVE-2017-8508 is classified as important by Microsoft due to its potential to allow security feature bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8508?
To fix CVE-2017-8508, users should apply the latest updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Outlook.
Which versions of Outlook are affected by CVE-2017-8508?
CVE-2017-8508 affects Microsoft Outlook versions 2007, 2010, 2013, and 2016.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8508?
CVE-2017-8508 is a security feature bypass vulnerability that occurs due to improper handling of file format parsing in Microsoft Office.
Can CVE-2017-8508 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8508 can potentially be exploited remotely by tricking users into opening malicious files.
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