CVE-2018-0807
First published: Wed Jan 10 2018(Updated: )
Equation Editor in Microsoft Office 2003, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Office 2013, and Microsoft Office 2016 allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way objects are handled in memory, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0804, CVE-2018-0805, and CVE-2018-0806.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0807?
CVE-2018-0807 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Equation Editor component of Microsoft Office.
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2018-0807?
Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Office 2013, and Microsoft Office 2016 are affected by CVE-2018-0807.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2018-0807?
CVE-2018-0807 has a severity rating of 8.8 (Critical).
How can I fix CVE-2018-0807?
To fix CVE-2018-0807, update Microsoft Office to the latest version or apply the necessary security patches provided by Microsoft.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-0807?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-0807 on the following websites: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102461), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040153), and [Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0807).
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