SB2023021418 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Publisher 



SB2023021418 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Publisher

Published: February 14, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023021418
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Critical 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Security features bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-21715)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to unspecified error when processing files. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted file, bypass Office macro policies used to block untrusted or malicious files and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.



Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.