CVE-2017-8570

CVSS 3.0 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jul 11, 2017
Updated: Oct 3, 2019

Summary

CVE-2017-8570 is a remote code execution vulnerability affecting Microsoft Office. This issue arises from the way Microsoft Office handles objects in memory. Unlike the similarly named CVE-2017-0243, this vulnerability represents a distinct threat due to its unique ID and distinct implications. Hackers can exploit this flaw to execute malicious code on targeted systems, potentially leading to significant security risks. Microsoft has released patches to address this issue, and users are strongly encouraged to apply these updates to mitigate the threat.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Office

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft

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