CVE-2019-0953: Critical severity microsoft office for mac os x vulnerability

Published May 16, 2019
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Microsoft Office Mac Os X=2016
Microsoft Office Macos=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Word=2016

Event History

May 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-0953?

CVE-2019-0953 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Word software.

2

How does CVE-2019-0953 impact Microsoft Word?

CVE-2019-0953 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a target system.

3

Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2019-0953?

Microsoft Office 2016, Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft Office 365 Proplus, and Microsoft Office Online Server are affected.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0953?

The severity of CVE-2019-0953 is rated as critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-0953?

To fix CVE-2019-0953, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.

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