Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-1504: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Mon Aug 17 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-2020-1494, CVE-2020-1495, CVE-2020-1496, CVE-2020-1498.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Office Excel=2010-sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-1504?

    CVE-2020-1504 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-1504?

    To fix CVE-2020-1504, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Excel.

  • Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2020-1504?

    CVE-2020-1504 affects Microsoft Excel 2010 with Service Pack 2.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2020-1504?

    CVE-2020-1504 can be exploited through maliciously crafted Excel files that execute arbitrary code.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-1504 until a patch is available?

    A temporary workaround for CVE-2020-1504 is to avoid opening untrusted or suspicious Excel documents.

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