SB2020060959 - Security restrictions bypass in Microsoft Outlook 



SB2020060959 - Security restrictions bypass in Microsoft Outlook

Published: June 9, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020060959
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1229)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists in Microsoft Outlook when Office fails to enforce security settings configured on a system. A remote attacker can send an email with a specially crafted image and bypass implemented security restrictions.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.