CVE-2022-41063: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 8, 2022
·
Updated

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

22 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013 RT<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5369.1000
16.0.5369.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5369.1000
16.0.5369.1000
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office Online Server<16.0.10392.20000
16.0.10392.20000
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases

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 15.0.5501.1000Patch KB5002261
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 15.0.5501.1000Patch KB5002275
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.5369.1000Patch KB5002253
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.10392.20000Patch KB5002276

Event History

Nov 8, 2022
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Description
Nov 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-41063?

CVE-2022-41063 is a Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2022-41063?

CVE-2022-41063 affects Microsoft Excel 2013, 2016, Excel 2013 RT, Office Web Apps Server 2013, Office Online Server, Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft Office LTSC 2021, and Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-41063?

CVE-2022-41063 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

4

How do I fix CVE-2022-41063?

To fix CVE-2022-41063, you should apply the necessary patches provided by Microsoft or follow the recommended remediation steps mentioned in the respective Microsoft support articles.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-41063?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-41063 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website at https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-41063.

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