Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-1029

First published: Thu Apr 12 2018(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-0920, CVE-2018-1011, CVE-2018-1027.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Excel=2007
Microsoft Excel=2010
Microsoft Excel=2013
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Excel Mac Os X=2016
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Excel Viewer=2007-sp3
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack=sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2018-1029?

    CVE-2018-1029 is a remote code execution vulnerability that exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2018-1029?

    Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft Office, and various versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2018-1029.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-1029?

    CVE-2018-1029 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10, which is classified as critical.

  • How can I fix CVE-2018-1029?

    Apply the necessary security patches and updates provided by Microsoft to fix CVE-2018-1029.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-1029?

    You can find more information about CVE-2018-1029 on the following websites: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103617), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040652), and [Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-1029).

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