CVE-2017-8743

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint 2016, Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, and Office Online Server when they fail to properly handle objects in memory, aka "PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8742.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 32.41% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Office
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100746 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039323 vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8743 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8743?
CVE-2017-8743 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8743?
To fix CVE-2017-8743, 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-2017-8743 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-8743 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~32% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-8743?
CVE-2017-8743 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Office.
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