CVE-2015-2431

Microsoft Office 2007 SP3 and 2010 SP2, Live Meeting 2007 Console, Lync 2010, Lync 2010 Attendee, Lync 2013 SP1, and Lync Basic 2013 SP1 allow remote attackers…

published August 15, 2015

CVSS
—
EPSS
30%
Percentile
98.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafted font could be the gateway for remote code execution! This vulnerability in Microsoft Office components lets attackers manipulate graphics like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat. 🎩✨ Think of it like an unsuspecting delivery person accepting a package without checking the contents. If they don't inspect what's inside, they might accidentally unleash a surprise they never saw coming, compromising the entire delivery system! 📦 An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system, potentially gaining control over sensitive data or disrupting operations. While there’s no known exploitation at this time, the consequences of such an attack could be devastating if not addressed promptly!

Put simply

Think of it like an unsuspecting delivery person accepting a package without checking the contents. If they don't inspect what's inside, they might accidentally unleash a surprise they never saw coming, compromising the entire delivery system! 📦 This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute code on affected systems by manipulating the Office Graphics Library (OGL) through a specially crafted font, affecting various versions of Microsoft Office and Lync products.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system, potentially gaining control over sensitive data or disrupting operations. While there’s no known exploitation at this time, the consequences of such an attack could be devastating if not addressed promptly! To protect yourself, ensure that your Microsoft Office applications are updated to the latest version where this vulnerability has been patched. Regularly check for updates and consider revising your security policy regarding untrusted documents. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your software updated — that’s your best defense! 🔒💪

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.29843 · 98.2th percentile
Published
2015-08-15T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 AUG 00:00Z
    Microsoft Office 2007 SP3 and 2010 SP2, Live Meeting 2007 Console, Lync 2010, Lync 2010 Attendee, Lync 2013 SP1, and Lync Basic 2013 SP1 allow remote attackers…
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