Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-17128: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Dec 09 2020(Updated: )

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
microsoft 365 apps
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2010-sp2
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel for Mac=2016
Microsoft Office=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Office Web Apps=2013-sp1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-17128?

    CVE-2020-17128 has a critical severity rating indicating a high potential for exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-17128?

    To fix CVE-2020-17128, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Excel and Office versions.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2020-17128?

    CVE-2020-17128 affects Microsoft Excel 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and various versions of Microsoft Office applications.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-17128?

    CVE-2020-17128 is a remote code execution vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-17128?

    The potential impact of CVE-2020-17128 includes unauthorized access to sensitive data or control over a vulnerable system.

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