What is the severity of CVE-2020-1332?

CVE-2020-1332 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2020-1332?

To fix CVE-2020-1332, ensure that Microsoft Excel and all affected Office applications are updated to the latest versions released by Microsoft.

What versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2020-1332?

CVE-2020-1332 affects Microsoft Excel 2010 SP2, Excel 2013 SP1, Excel 2016, Microsoft 365 Apps, and Microsoft Office 2019.

Can CVE-2020-1332 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-1332 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a specially crafted file that triggers the vulnerability.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1332?

CVE-2020-1332 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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CVE-2020-1332

high

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11/9/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-1332: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Sep 11 2020(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 CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1193, CVE-2020-1335, CVE-2020-1594.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Office Excel	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office Excel	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office Excel	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office Excel	=2016
Microsoft Office	=2019

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1332

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Reference Links

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-1332

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1332?
CVE-2020-1332 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1332?
To fix CVE-2020-1332, ensure that Microsoft Excel and all affected Office applications are updated to the latest versions released by Microsoft.
What versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2020-1332?
CVE-2020-1332 affects Microsoft Excel 2010 SP2, Excel 2013 SP1, Excel 2016, Microsoft 365 Apps, and Microsoft Office 2019.
Can CVE-2020-1332 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-1332 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a specially crafted file that triggers the vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1332?
CVE-2020-1332 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

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