Vulnerability identifier: #VU15265
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Microsoft Office for Mac
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Word
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Excel
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft PowerPoint
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to boundary error when Microsoft Graphics Components handle objects in memory. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted file, trigger memory corruption and gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows Server: 2008
Microsoft Office for Mac: 2016
Microsoft Word:
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack:
Microsoft Excel:
Microsoft PowerPoint:
Microsoft Office: 2019, 365 ProPlus
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8427
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.