CVE-2022-41106: 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 Excel 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5501.1000
15.0.5501.1000
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
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 Office Online Server<16.0.10392.20000
16.0.10392.20000
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 Excel 2016<16.0.5369.1000
16.0.5369.1000
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 365 Apps for Enterprise<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 KB5002275
  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 KB5002261
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5369.1000Patch KB5002253
  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-2022-41106?

CVE-2022-41106 refers to the Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-41106?

CVE-2022-41106 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-41106?

CVE-2022-41106 affects Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021, Microsoft Excel 2013 SP1, Microsoft Excel 2016, Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft Office LTSC 2021, Microsoft Office Online Server, Microsoft Office Web Apps Server 2013, and Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise.

4

Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-41106?

Yes, patches are available for CVE-2022-41106. Please refer to the respective product's documentation or Microsoft's security updates page for more information.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-41106?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-41106 on Microsoft's Security Response Center (MSRC) website.

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