Vulnerability identifier: #VU28906
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Word
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Office for Mac
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists in Microsoft Outlook when Office fails to enforce security settings configured on a system. A remote attacker can send an email with a specially crafted image and bypass implemented security restrictions.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Office: 2019 - 2019 for Mac, 2010 Service Pack 2, 2013 - 2013 RT
Microsoft Word:
Microsoft Office for Mac: 2016
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1229
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.