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Advisory Published
CVE Published
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CVE-2022-21840: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jan 11 2022(Updated: )

Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Excel 2013
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2013
Microsoft Excel 2013
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition Language Pack
Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2013
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel for Mac
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel 2013
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server
Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac
Microsoft Office Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office Excel=2016
Microsoft Office Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Office Web Apps=2013-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016=2013-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=language_pack
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=2013-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=2019
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021
Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server
Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016
Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft Office 2019
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-21840?

    CVE-2022-21840 is a Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-21840?

    Microsoft Excel versions 2013 SP1, 2016, and all versions of Microsoft Office from 2013 SP1 to 2021 are affected by CVE-2022-21840.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-21840?

    The severity of CVE-2022-21840 is rated as high, with a CVSS score of 8.8.

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-21840?

    Apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft to mitigate CVE-2022-21840. Also, ensure that you have a robust cybersecurity posture and follow best practices.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-21840?

    You can find more information about CVE-2022-21840 on the official Microsoft Security Bulletin: [https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-21840](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-21840)

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