HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2017-8513

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

Vulnerability Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution 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
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftPowerpoint2007
MicrosoftSharepoint Server2007

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-8513?

CVE-2017-8513 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

How severe is CVE-2017-8513?

CVE-2017-8513 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-2017-8513?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Sharepoint Server.