Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2015-1759 is a Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack SP3 memory corruption flaw. A malicious Office document could allow remote code execution when opened. The supplied sources do not show active exploitation or KEV listing, but the impact class is serious for systems still using this legacy component. Exposure is most likely on endpoints or servers with Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack SP3 installed, especially where users can receive and open Office documents from email, web downloads, or file shares. Environments that have retired the Compatibility Pack are unlikely to be affected based on the supplied evidence. Prioritize remediation if the Compatibility Pack remains in production. This is old, but remote code execution through documents can create business impact when legacy Office components persist on user workstations. Mitigation focus: Check Microsoft MS15-059 for the vendor security update and guidance.; Inventory and remove Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack SP3 where no longer required.; Prioritize patching systems that open external Office documents..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS15-059CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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