CVE-2017-8571: Input Validation

Published Aug 1, 2017
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Updated

Microsoft Outlook 2007 SP3, Outlook 2010 SP2, Outlook 2013 SP1, Outlook 2013 RT SP1, and Outlook 2016 as packaged in Microsoft Office allows a security feature bypass vulnerability due to the way that it handles input, aka "Microsoft Office Outlook Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability".

Affected Software

4 affected components
Microsoft Outlook=2007-sp3
Microsoft Outlook=2010-sp2
Microsoft Outlook=2013-sp1
Microsoft Outlook=2016

Event History

Aug 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8571?

CVE-2017-8571 has a severity rating of Important due to its potential to allow security feature bypass.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-8571?

To fix CVE-2017-8571, ensure that you have applied the latest updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected Outlook versions.

3

What versions of Outlook are affected by CVE-2017-8571?

CVE-2017-8571 affects Microsoft Outlook 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2016.

4

What types of attacks can be facilitated by CVE-2017-8571?

CVE-2017-8571 can facilitate attacks that exploit the security feature bypass to manipulate user inputs.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-8571?

Currently, there are no official workarounds for CVE-2017-8571 besides applying the security updates from Microsoft.

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