CVE-2021-38660: Microsoft Office Graphics Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 14, 2021
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Updated

Microsoft Office Graphics Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel 2013<5381.1000
5381.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<5381.1000
5381.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013 RT<5381.1000
5381.1000

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 5381.1000Patch KB5002014

Event History

Sep 14, 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
Sep 15, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:24 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:24 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-38660?

CVE-2021-38660 is a Microsoft Office Graphics Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38660?

CVE-2021-38660 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-38660?

Microsoft Excel 2013 SP1 is affected by CVE-2021-38660.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-38660?

To fix CVE-2021-38660, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38660?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-38660 on the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory page: [https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-38660](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-38660)

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