Vulnerability identifier: #VU25203
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Outlook
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
This vulnerability allows a local attacker to bypass security rescritions feature.
The vulnerability exists due to the Microsoft Outlook software improperly handles the parsing of URI formats. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted URI and execute target application.
The security feature bypass by itself does not allow arbitrary code execution. However, to successfully exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would have to use it in conjunction with another vulnerability, such as a remote code execution vulnerability.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Office: 2019, 365 ProPlus
Microsoft Outlook:
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0696
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.