Summary

This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office that could allow remote code execution if a user opens a specially crafted Office file. To learn more about these vulnerabilities, see Microsoft Security Bulletin MS16-070.Note To apply this security update, you must have the release version of Service Pack 2 for Microsoft Office Visio 2010 installed on the computer.For a complete list of affected versions of Microsoft Office software, see Microsoft Knowledge Base article 3163610.

How to get and install the update

Method 1: Microsoft Update

This update is available from Microsoft Update. When you turn on automatic updating, this update will be downloaded and installed automatically. For more information about how to get security updates automatically, see the "Turn on automatic updating in Control Panel" section of this Safety & Security Center article.

Method 2: Microsoft Download Center

You can get the stand-alone update package through the Microsoft Download Center. Follow the installation instructions on the download page to install the update.

More Information

Security update deployment information

For deployment information about this update, see Microsoft Knowledge Base article 3163610.

Security update replacement information

This security update replaces previously released security update KB3114402.

Help for installing updates: Support for Microsoft UpdateSecurity solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Troubleshooting and SupportHelp for protecting your Windows-based computer from viruses and malware: Virus Solution and Security CenterLocal support according to your country: International Support

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