CVE-2020-1223

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Microsoft Word for Android fails to properly handle certain files.To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would have to convince a user to open a specially crafted URL file.The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Microsoft Word for Android handles specially crafted URL files., aka 'Word for Android Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

8.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 36.77% Top 5%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Word for Android

References

Link	Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1223	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1223?: CVE-2020-1223 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-1223?: To fix CVE-2020-1223, 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-2020-1223 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2020-1223 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~37% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-1223?: CVE-2020-1223 affects Microsoft Microsoft Word for Android.

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