CVE-2021-31941: Microsoft Excel XLS File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jun 08 2021(Updated: )
Microsoft Office Graphics Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2016 | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft Office 2013 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac | ||
| Microsoft Office 2013 | ||
| Microsoft Outlook 2013 RT | ||
| Microsoft Office 2013 RT | ||
| Microsoft Excel | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps | ||
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Outlook | =2013-sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-31941?
CVE-2021-31941 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Microsoft Excel.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit this vulnerability, the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-31941?
CVE-2021-31941 has a severity level of high.
Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2021-31941?
Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, 2019, and Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise are affected by CVE-2021-31941.
How can I fix CVE-2021-31941?
You can fix CVE-2021-31941 by applying the security updates provided by Microsoft.
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