CVE-2019-0559: Medium severity microsoft office vulnerability

Published Jan 8, 2019
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Updated

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft Outlook improperly handles certain types of messages, aka "Microsoft Outlook Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Office 365 ProPlus, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus
Microsoft Outlook=2010-sp2
Microsoft Outlook=2013-sp1
Microsoft Outlook=2013-sp1
Microsoft Outlook=2016

Event History

Jan 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-0559?

CVE-2019-0559 is an information disclosure vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook that occurs when certain types of messages are handled improperly.

2

Which software is affected by CVE-2019-0559?

CVE-2019-0559 affects Office 365 ProPlus, Microsoft Office, and various versions of Microsoft Outlook including 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2016.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0559?

CVE-2019-0559 has a severity rating of 6.5 out of 10 (medium).

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-0559?

To fix CVE-2019-0559, update your affected Microsoft software to the latest version or apply the necessary patches provided by Microsoft.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-0559?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-0559 on the following websites: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106397) and [Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0559).

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