CVE-2018-0802: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Equation Editor in Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Office 2013, and Microsoft Office 2016 allow a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way objects are handled in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0797 and CVE-2018-0812.
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Microsoft Office contains a memory corruption vulnerability due to the way objects are handled in memory. Successful exploitation allows for remote code execution in the context of the current user. This vulnerability is known to be chained with CVE-2018-0798.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0802?
CVE-2018-0802 refers to the Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability, which allows for remote code execution.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2018-0802?
Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Office 2013, and Microsoft Office 2016 are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0802?
The severity of CVE-2018-0802 is rated as critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can CVE-2018-0802 be exploited?
CVE-2018-0802 can be exploited by manipulating objects in memory, allowing for remote code execution.
Is there a patch or fix available for CVE-2018-0802?
Yes, Microsoft has released security updates to address the vulnerability. Users should ensure their Microsoft Office installations are up-to-date.