Vulnerability identifier: #VU22654
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/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
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when Microsoft Office improperly handles objects in memory. A remote attacker can use a specially crafted document to trigger memory corruption and obtain sensitive information on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Office: 2010 Service Pack 2, 2013 - 2013 RT, 2019, 365 ProPlus
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1402
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.