CVE-2020-1563: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Mon Aug 17 2020(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'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise | ||
| Microsoft Office | =2010 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1563?
CVE-2020-1563 has a severity rating of critical, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1563?
To mitigate CVE-2020-1563, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office versions.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2020-1563?
CVE-2020-1563 affects Microsoft Office 2010, 2013 SP1, 2016, 2019, and Microsoft 365 Apps.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1563?
CVE-2020-1563 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
What could an attacker do with CVE-2020-1563?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-1563 could run arbitrary code on a victim's machine, potentially gaining control over the system.
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