CVE-2022-41104: Microsoft Excel Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Published Nov 8, 2022
·
Updated

Microsoft Excel Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

Affected Software

18 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 Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5369.1000
16.0.5369.1000
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-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 Excel 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5369.1000
16.0.5369.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013 RT<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000

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 16.0.5369.1000Patch KB5002253
  2. Upgrade

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

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

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

    Fixed in 15.0.5501.1000Patch KB5002275

Event History

Nov 8, 2022
CVE Published
08:00 AM
Data Sourced
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

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-41104?

CVE-2022-41104 refers to the Microsoft Excel Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2022-41104?

CVE-2022-41104 affects various versions of Microsoft Excel, including 365 Apps for Enterprise, Office 2019, Office LTSC 2021, Excel 2016, and Excel 2013.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-41104?

CVE-2022-41104 has a severity rating of high.

4

How do I fix CVE-2022-41104?

To fix CVE-2022-41104, you should apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-41104?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-41104 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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