Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Word 2013 SP1, 2013 RT SP1, 2016, and 2016 for Mac allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Word | 2013 |
| Microsoft | Word For Mac | 2016 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92300
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036559
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-09
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40238/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92300
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036559
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-09
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40238/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3316?
CVE-2016-3316 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Microsoft Word 2013 SP1, 2013 RT SP1, 2016, and 2016 for Mac allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-3316?
CVE-2016-3316 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3316?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Word For Mac.