Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
According to the CVSS metric, the attack vector is local (AV:L). Why does the CVE title indicate that this is a remote code execution? The word Remote in the title refers to the location of the attacker. This type of exploit is sometimes referred to as Arbitrary Code Execution (ACE). The attack itself is carried out locally. This means an attacker or victim needs to execute code from the local machine to exploit the vulnerability. Are the updates for the Microsoft Office LTSC and Microsoft 365 for Mac currently available? The security update for Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021, 2024 and Microsoft 365 for Mac are not immediately available. The updates will be released as soon as possible, and when they are available, customers will be notified via a revision to this CVE information. Is the Preview Pane an attack vector for this vulnerability? Yes, the Preview Pane is an attack vector. Are the updates for the Microsoft Office for Android currently available? The security update for Microsoft Office for Android is not immediately available. The update will be released as soon as possible. When it is available, customers will be notified via a revision to this CVE information.
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