CVE-2018-8331: Critical severity microsoft office excel vulnerability
Published Sep 13, 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 Office.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office Mac=2016
Microsoft Office=2016
Remediation
Event History
Sep 13, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8331?
CVE-2018-8331 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-8331?
To fix CVE-2018-8331, install the latest security update provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Excel and Office.
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-8331?
CVE-2018-8331 affects Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office 2016 on Mac.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8331?
CVE-2018-8331 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2018-8331 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-8331 can potentially be exploited remotely by attackers.