CVE-2023-33162: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Jul 11, 2023
·
Updated

Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Affected Software

31 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft 365 Apps
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 Macos=2019
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office=2021
Microsoft Office Macos=2021
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2021
Microsoft Excel 2013 RT<15.0.5571.1000
15.0.5571.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5571.1000
15.0.5571.1000
Microsoft Excel 2013<15.0.5571.1000
15.0.5571.1000
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions<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 Excel 2016<16.0.5404.1000
16.0.5404.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5404.1000
16.0.5404.1000
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 LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac<16.75.23070901
16.75.23070901
Microsoft Office Online Server<16.0.10400.20000
16.0.10400.20000
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021<16.75.23070901
16.75.23070901
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 15.0.5571.1000Patch KB5002434
  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 16.0.5404.1000Patch KB5002426
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.75.23070901
  5. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.10400.20000Patch KB5002421

Event History

Jul 11, 2023
CVE Published
07:00 AM
Data Sourced
07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:03 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-33162?

CVE-2023-33162 is a Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability.

2

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-33162?

Software affected by CVE-2023-33162 includes Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021, Office 2019, Office LTSC 2021, Office 365 Apps for Enterprise, Office 2019 for Mac, Excel 2013 RT, Microsoft Office Online Server, Excel 2016, and Excel 2013.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-33162?

The severity of CVE-2023-33162 is high with a CVSS score of 5.5.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-33162?

To fix CVE-2023-33162, you should apply the relevant security updates or patches provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-33162?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-33162 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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