CVE-2021-24108: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Mar 9, 2021
·
Updated

Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

17 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Office=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5134.1000
16.0.5134.1000
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5134.1000
16.0.5134.1000
Microsoft Office 2013<15.0.5327.1000
15.0.5327.1000
Microsoft Office 2013 RT
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2010<14.0.7266.5000
14.0.7266.5000
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2013<15.0.5327.1000
15.0.5327.1000
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2010<14.0.7266.5000
14.0.7266.5000
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.5134.1000Patch KB4493225
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 15.0.5327.1000Patch KB4493228
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch KB4493228
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14.0.7266.5000Patch KB4504703

Event History

Mar 9, 2021
CVE Published
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Description
Mar 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:05 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24108?

CVE-2021-24108 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-24108?

To fix CVE-2021-24108, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office applications.

3

Which Microsoft Office versions are affected by CVE-2021-24108?

CVE-2021-24108 affects multiple versions including Microsoft Office 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, 2016, 2019, and Microsoft 365 Apps.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-24108?

CVE-2021-24108 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.

5

What might happen if CVE-2021-24108 is exploited?

Exploiting CVE-2021-24108 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system.

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