MS.Office.CVE-2019-0801.Directory.Traversal

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Directory Traversal vulnerability in Microsoft Office.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted file. An attacker can exploit this by tricking an unsuspecting user into opening a malicious file and execute arbitrary code within the context of the application.

Affected Products

Microsoft Office 2010 Service Pack 2 (32-bit editions)
Microsoft Office 2010 Service Pack 2 (64-bit editions)
Microsoft Office 2013 Service Pack 1 (32-bit editions)
Microsoft Office 2013 Service Pack 1 (64-bit editions)
Microsoft Office 2013 RT Service Pack 1
Microsoft Office 2016 (32-bit edition)
Microsoft Office 2016 (64-bit edition)
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions
Office 365 ProPlus for 32-bit Systems
Office 365 ProPlus for 64-bit Systems

Impact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

Recommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0801

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