CVE-2023-36895: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 8, 2023
·
Updated

Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

30 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Word 2013
Microsoft Word 2013
Microsoft Office 2013
Microsoft Office 2013
Microsoft Word 2013 RT
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2013_rt-sp1
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Macos=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2021
Microsoft Office 2013 RT
Microsoft Word 2013 RT<15.0.5579.1001
15.0.5579.1001
Microsoft Word 2013<15.0.5579.1001
15.0.5579.1001
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<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 2016<16.0.5408.1002
16.0.5408.1002
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5408.1002
16.0.5408.1002
Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac<16.76.23081101
16.76.23081101
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Word 2013<15.0.5579.1001
15.0.5579.1001
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021<16.76.23081101
16.76.23081101
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 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

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 15.0.5579.1001Patch KB5002445
  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 16.76.23081101
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5408.1002Patch KB5002464

Event History

Aug 8, 2023
CVE Published
07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:08 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36895?

The severity of CVE-2023-36895 is critical with a severity value of 7.8.

2

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-36895?

Microsoft Office 2013, Microsoft Office 2016, Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021, Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac, Microsoft Office LTSC 2021, Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise are affected by CVE-2023-36895.

3

How can I fix the CVE-2023-36895 vulnerability?

You can fix the CVE-2023-36895 vulnerability by applying the available patches or updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.

4

Where can I find the patches or updates for CVE-2023-36895?

The patches or updates for CVE-2023-36895 can be found on the official Microsoft support website or through the provided download links.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-36895?

More information about CVE-2023-36895 can be found on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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