Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8509, CVE-2017-8510, CVE-2017-8511, CVE-2017-8512, and CVE-2017-0260.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Outlook | 2010 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98811Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038666Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8506PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98811Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038666Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8506PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-8506?
CVE-2017-8506 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique f...
How severe is CVE-2017-8506?
CVE-2017-8506 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-2017-8506?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Outlook.