Vulnerability Description
<p>A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft Office Access Connectivity Engine improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could execute arbitrary code on a victim system.</p> <p>An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by enticing a victim to open a specially crafted file.</p> <p>The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting the way the Microsoft Office Access Connectivity Engine handles objects in memory.</p>
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | - |
| Microsoft | Office | 2019 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1695PatchVendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1695PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-16957?
CVE-2020-16957 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). <p>A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft Office Access Connectivity Engine improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability cou...
How severe is CVE-2020-16957?
CVE-2020-16957 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-2020-16957?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft Office.