CVE-2016-7266
HighSummary
Microsoft Excel versions 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, 2016, and other related applications mishandle a registry check, allowing user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via crafted embedded content in a document.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain control over the victim's system, posing a serious threat to the organization's data security.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the software to the latest versions and implement a security policy that restricts opening documents from unknown sources.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, Excel 2013 SP1, Excel 2016, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Excel Viewer, Excel 2016 for Mac
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Original NVD description (English source)
Microsoft Excel 2007 SP3, Excel 2010 SP2, Excel 2013 SP1, Excel 2013 RT SP1, Excel 2016, Office Compatibility Pack SP3, Excel Viewer, and Excel 2016 for Mac mishandle a registry check, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via crafted embedded content in a document, aka "Microsoft Office Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."