Vulnerability identifier: #VU16884

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: CVE-2019-0560

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
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 an error when Microsoft Office improperly discloses the contents of its memory. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted input and gain access to potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Office: 2013 - 2013 RT, 2010 Service Pack 2, 2019, 365 ProPlus

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0560

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Q & A

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.