CVE-2018-8281: High severity Microsoft Office Mac Os vulnerability

Published Jul 11, 2018

Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Microsoft Office Mac Os=2016

Microsoft Office=2016

Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack=sp3

Microsoft Office PowerPoint Viewer

Microsoft Office Word Viewer

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8281

Event History

Jul 11, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·12:29 AM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8281?

CVE-2018-8281 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office software.

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8281?

The severity of CVE-2018-8281 is critical, with a severity value of 7.8.

Which Microsoft Office software is affected by CVE-2018-8281?

Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer, and Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack are affected by CVE-2018-8281.

How does CVE-2018-8281 exploit the vulnerability?

CVE-2018-8281 exploits the vulnerability by improperly handling objects in memory, leading to remote code execution.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8281?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-8281 on securityfocus.com, securitytracker.com, and the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory.