CVE-2016-3361

CVE-2016-3361 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Excel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 17% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Microsoft Excel 2010 SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-3361?
Microsoft Excel 2010 SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted document, aka "Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-3361?
CVE-2016-3361 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2016-3361 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-2016-3361?
CVE-2016-3361 affects Microsoft Excel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3361?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2016-3361 published?
CVE-2016-3361 was published on 2016-09-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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