Vulnerability identifier: #VU13308
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-125
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Excel
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to out-of-bounds read error when processing Excel document. A remote unauthenticated attacker can create a specially crafted Excel file, trick the victim into opening it and gain access to sensitive information stored in memory.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Office: 2010 Service Pack 2
Microsoft Excel:
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack:
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8246
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.