CVE-2021-1716: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 12 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2021-1715.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft 365 Apps | ||
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office Online Server | ||
| Microsoft Office Web Apps | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Office Web Apps Server | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server | =2016 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft SharePoint Server | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Word | =2016 | |
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft Word 2013 | ||
| Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2013 | ||
| Microsoft Word 2013 RT | ||
| Microsoft Word 2010 | ||
| Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 | ||
| Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Office Web Apps Server 2013 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft Office 2010 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2010 | ||
| Microsoft Office Web Apps 2010 | ||
| Microsoft Word 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Office Online Server | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Word 2010 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac | ||
| Microsoft Word 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Word 2013 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1716?
CVE-2021-1716 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Word.
How severe is CVE-2021-1716?
CVE-2021-1716 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-1716?
CVE-2021-1716 affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021, Microsoft Office Web Apps, Microsoft Office Online Server, Microsoft SharePoint Server, Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server, and Microsoft Word.
How can I fix CVE-2021-1716?
To fix CVE-2021-1716, users should update their Microsoft Office and Microsoft Word installations to the latest available patches.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-1716?
More information about CVE-2021-1716 can be found at the following link: [link](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-1716).
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