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CVE-2019-0585

8.8 · HIGH

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Wo…

Published Jan 8, 2019EPSS 21.97%

Overview

CVE-2019-0585 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 8, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer, Office 365 ProPlus, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Office Online Server, Microsoft Word, Microsoft SharePoint Server.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-0585?

CVE-2019-0585 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 8, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-0585?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-0585?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2019-0585?

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