CVE-2023-36761: Microsoft Word Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Sep 12, 2023
·
Updated

Microsoft Word contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for information disclosure.

Other sources

Microsoft Word Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

25 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Word 2013
Microsoft Word 2013
Microsoft Word
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Word=2013-sp1
Microsoft Word=2013-sp1
Microsoft Word=2013-sp1
Microsoft Word=2016
Microsoft Word=2016
Microsoft Word 2013<15.0.5589.1001
15.0.5589.1001
Microsoft Word 2013<15.0.5589.1001
15.0.5589.1001
Microsoft Word 2013 RT<15.0.5589.1001
15.0.5589.1001
Microsoft Word 2016<16.0.5413.1000
16.0.5413.1000
Microsoft Word 2016<16.0.5413.1000
16.0.5413.1000
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 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

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 15.0.5589.1001Patch KB5002483
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5413.1000Patch KB5002497
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases

Event History

Sep 12, 2023
CVE Published
via CISA·12:00 AM
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:58 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36761?

The severity of CVE-2023-36761 is high with a severity value of 6.2.

2

Is there a patch available for Microsoft Word Information Disclosure Vulnerability (CVE-2023-36761)?

Yes, there is a patch available for Microsoft Word Information Disclosure Vulnerability (CVE-2023-36761). You can download it from the Microsoft website.

3

Which versions of Microsoft Word are affected by CVE-2023-36761?

Microsoft Word 2013 (32-bit and 64-bit with SP1), Word 2013 RT (SP1), Word 2016 (32-bit and 64-bit), and Word (all versions) are affected by CVE-2023-36761.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-36761?

To fix CVE-2023-36761, you should apply the available patch provided by Microsoft.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-36761?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-36761 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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