CVE-2016-0056
HighSummary
A vulnerability in Microsoft Word and Office allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document. This affects Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Word 2013 SP1, Word 2013 RT SP1, Word 2016, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3.
Risk Assessment
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to remotely execute malicious code, potentially leading to data loss or system takeover. Organizations should be aware of the risks associated with opening unknown documents.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the software to the latest versions and implement a security policy regarding the opening of documents from unknown sources.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Office 2010 SP2, Word 2010 SP2, Word 2013 SP1, Word 2013 RT SP1, Word 2016, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."