CVE-2021-43905: Microsoft Office app Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Dec 15, 2021
·Updated
Microsoft Office app Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Office<18.2110.13110.0
Microsoft 365 Copilot<18.2110.13110.0
Remediation
Event History
Dec 15, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-43905?
CVE-2021-43905 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-43905?
To fix CVE-2021-43905, update Microsoft Office to the latest version beyond 18.2110.13110.0.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2021-43905?
CVE-2021-43905 affects users of Microsoft Office versions prior to 18.2110.13110.0.
4
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2021-43905?
CVE-2021-43905 can be exploited through malicious documents that trigger the remote code execution vulnerability.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-43905?
No official workaround for CVE-2021-43905 is provided; the best mitigation is to apply the latest software updates.