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 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures CVE-2017-8501.Note To apply this security update, you must have the release version of Office Online Server installed on the computer.

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 Windows Update: FAQ.

Method 2: Microsoft Update Catalog

To get the stand-alone package for this update, go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website.

Method 3: 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 security update deployment information: July 11, 2017.

Security update replacement information

This security update replaces previously released security update KB3203485.

File hash information

Package Name

Package Hash SHA 1

Package Hash SHA 2

wacserver2016-kb3213657-fullfile-x64-glb.exe

73BED444846EBBC73E0F2EA6ED94CC8E7B53D24F

4B4D5AD7C5FFD9B1142FC7A7721092039F34F5818FC50FEBD1B114C0F9EA8974

File information

For the list of files that cumulative update KB3213657 contains, download the file information.

How to get help and support for this security update

Help for installing updates: Windows Update FAQ Security solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Support and Troubleshooting Help for protecting your Windows-based computer from viruses and malware: Microsoft Secure Local support according to your country: International Support

Propose a feature or provide feedback on Office Core: Office User Voice portal

 

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