CVE-2017-0262

Known Exploited

Description

Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, Office 2013 SP1, and Office 2016 allow a remote code execution vulnerability when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0261 and CVE-2017-0281.

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 64.74% Top 5%

KEV Since

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Office

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98279	vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0262	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0262?: CVE-2017-0262 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0262?: To fix CVE-2017-0262, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-0262 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is confirmed that CVE-2017-0262 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~65% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0262?: CVE-2017-0262 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Office.

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