CVE-2017-0261—Microsoft Office Use-After-Free Vulnerability

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2022-03-03 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2017-0261
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Office
Date Added:
2022-03-03
Due Date:
2022-03-24
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Office Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Office contains a use-after-free vulnerability which can allow for remote code execution.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-0261

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