Microsoft has released Security Advisory 973472 to alert users about a vulnerability in Microsoft Office Web Components. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. The advisory indicates that Microsoft is aware of attacks attempting to exploit the vulnerability.

US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Microsoft Security Advisory 973472 and implement the workaround listed in the advisory. This workaround will help mitigate the risks until a patch or update is released by the vendor.

US-CERT will provide additional information as it becomes available.

Story Produced By U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team

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