CVE-2023-36041: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Nov 14 2023(Updated: )
Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft Excel 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft Excel 2016 | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps | ||
| Microsoft Excel | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Excel | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel | =2021 | |
| Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel | =2021 | |
| Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos | =2021 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-36041?
CVE-2023-36041 is a vulnerability in Microsoft Excel that allows remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2023-36041?
CVE-2023-36041 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
Which versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2023-36041?
Microsoft Excel 2016, Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft Office LTSC 2021, and Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021 are affected by CVE-2023-36041.
How can I protect myself from CVE-2023-36041?
To protect yourself from CVE-2023-36041, make sure to apply the recommended patches or updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Microsoft Excel.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-36041?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-36041 on the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) website and the Talos Intelligence vulnerability report.
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