CVE-2021-40474: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Oct 13, 2021
·Updated
Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
10 affected components
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Macos=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2021
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server=2013-sp1
Remediation
Event History
Oct 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:27 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:27 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-40474?
CVE-2021-40474 is a Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
2
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-40474?
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021, Microsoft Excel 2013, Microsoft Excel 2016, Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel, Microsoft Office Online Server, and Microsoft Office Web Apps Server are affected by CVE-2021-40474.
3
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40474?
CVE-2021-40474 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
4
How can I fix CVE-2021-40474?
Apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft to mitigate the vulnerability.
5
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-40474?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-40474 on the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory page.