Vulnerability identifier: #VU15856
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Outlook
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to an error when parsing rule export files. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted email message, trick the victim into opening the email and importing an attached .rwz (rule export) file and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Outlook:
Microsoft Office: 2019, 365 ProPlus
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8582
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.