CVE-2020-1497: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Aug 17, 2020
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Updated

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft Excel improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka 'Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.

Other sources

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft Excel improperly discloses the contents of its memory. An attacker who exploited the vulnerability could use the information to compromise the user’s computer or data. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker could craft a special document file and then convince the user to open it. An attacker must know the memory address location where the object was created. The update addresses the vulnerability by changing the way certain Excel functions handle objects in memory.

NVD

Affected Software

10 affected components
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Excel=2010-sp2
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2019

Event History

Aug 17, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:13 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1497?

CVE-2020-1497 has a severity rating of important.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-1497?

To fix CVE-2020-1497, ensure that you install the latest updates for Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

3

What are the affected versions for CVE-2020-1497?

CVE-2020-1497 affects Microsoft Excel 2010, 2013, 2016, and 2019, as well as Microsoft 365 Apps.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1497?

CVE-2020-1497 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2020-1497 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-1497 can potentially be exploited by an attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

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