CVE-2015-1651

CVE-2015-1651 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 17% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Word Viewer, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Component Use After Free Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-1651?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Word 2007 SP3, Word Viewer, and Office Compatibility Pack SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Office document, aka "Microsoft Office Component Use After Free Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2015-1651?
CVE-2015-1651 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2015-1651 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 17% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-1651?
CVE-2015-1651 primarily affects Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1651?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2015-1651 published?
CVE-2015-1651 was published on 2015-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

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