CVE-2021-34518: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 13, 2021
·
Updated

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5188.1000
16.0.5188.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5363.1000
15.0.5363.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013 RT<15.0.5363.1000
15.0.5363.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5188.100
16.0.5188.100
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server 2013<15.0.5363.1000
15.0.5363.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5363.1000
15.0.5363.1000

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 15.0.5363.1000Patch KB5001993
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5188.1000Patch KB5001977
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 15.0.5363.1000Patch KB5001986
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5188.100Patch KB5001977

Event History

Jul 13, 2021
CVE Published
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Description
Jul 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:54 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-34518?

CVE-2021-34518 is a Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

2

Is CVE-2021-34518 different from CVE-2021-34501?

Yes, CVE-2021-34518 is unique from CVE-2021-34501.

3

Which software are affected by CVE-2021-34518?

Microsoft Excel 2013 SP1 (x64 and x86), Microsoft Excel 2016 (x64 and x86), and Microsoft Office Web Apps Server 2013 SP1 are affected by CVE-2021-34518.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34518?

CVE-2021-34518 has a severity value of 7.8, which is classified as high.

5

How can I learn more about CVE-2021-34518?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-34518 on the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory page at: https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-34518

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