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CVE-2020-1445 : What You Need to Know

CVE-2020-1445 pertains to an information disclosure flaw in Microsoft Office products. Learn about affected systems, impact, and mitigation steps.

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft Office improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka 'Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1342.

Understanding CVE-2020-1445

This CVE pertains to an information disclosure vulnerability in Microsoft Office.

What is CVE-2020-1445?

CVE-2020-1445 is an information disclosure vulnerability found in Microsoft Office, allowing unauthorized access to memory contents.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1445

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information within Microsoft Office applications.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1445

This section provides further technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

        Type: Information Disclosure
        Cause: Improper memory disclosure in Microsoft Office

Affected Systems and Versions

The following products and versions are affected:

        Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, 2013 Service Pack 1
        Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019, 2010 Service Pack 2
        Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit and 64-bit editions, 2019 for Mac, 2016 for Mac, 2010 Service Pack 2 (32-bit and 64-bit editions)
        Microsoft Office Online Server
        Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise for 32-bit and 64-bit Systems
        Microsoft Word 2016 32-bit and 64-bit editions, 2010 Service Pack 2 32-bit and 64-bit editions, 2013 RT Service Pack 1, 2013 Service Pack 1 32-bit and 64-bit editions
        Microsoft Office Web Apps 2010 Service Pack 2, 2013 Service Pack 1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability occurs due to Microsoft Office improperly handling memory, allowing attackers to access sensitive data without authorization.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-1445.

Immediate Steps to Take

        Apply security patches provided by Microsoft promptly.
        Monitor for any unauthorized access or suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

        Regularly update Microsoft Office and associated products to the latest versions.
        Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

        Ensure that all systems running the affected software are up to date with the latest security patches.
        Stay informed about future security advisories from Microsoft.

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