CVE-2022-24462: Microsoft Word Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Published Mar 8, 2022
·Updated
Microsoft Word Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Affected Software
10 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Event History
Mar 8, 2022
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:07 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2022-24462?
CVE-2022-24462 has a severity rating of important according to Microsoft's security guidelines.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-24462?
To fix CVE-2022-24462, update the affected Microsoft Office applications to their latest versions.
3
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2022-24462?
CVE-2022-24462 affects Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, Office LTSC 2021, and Office 2019 for both 32-bit and 64-bit editions.
4
Can CVE-2022-24462 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2022-24462 can potentially be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to bypass security features.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-24462?
There are no specified workarounds for CVE-2022-24462; applying the security updates is recommended for mitigation.