CVE-2024-20673: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 13, 2024
·
Updated

Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

27 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft PowerPoint=2016
Microsoft Publisher=2016
Microsoft Skype for Business=2016
Microsoft Visio=2016
Microsoft Word=2016
Microsoft Skype for Business 2016 (64-bit)<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Visio 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft PowerPoint 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Skype for Business 2016 (32-bit)<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Publisher 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5435.1001
16.0.5435.1001
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5435.1001
16.0.5435.1001
Microsoft PowerPoint 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Word 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Word 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Visio 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Publisher 2016<16.0.5435.1000
16.0.5435.1000
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 16.0.5435.1000Patch KB5002181
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5435.1000Patch KB5002536
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5435.1000Patch KB5002495
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5435.1000Patch KB5002491
  5. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5435.1001Patch KB5002469
  6. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5435.1000Patch KB5002542
  7. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5435.1000Patch KB5002492
  8. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases

Event History

Feb 13, 2024
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
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:02 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20673?

CVE-2024-20673 is classified as a Remote Code Execution vulnerability which can lead to significant impact if exploited.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20673?

To fix CVE-2024-20673, ensure you apply the latest updates and patches provided by Microsoft for the affected Office products.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2024-20673?

CVE-2024-20673 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Office including Office LTSC 2021, Office 2019, and Office 2016.

4

What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-20673?

CVE-2024-20673 can be exploited through specially crafted documents that execute harmful code when opened.

5

Is CVE-2024-20673 specific to any operating system?

CVE-2024-20673 pertains to Microsoft Office applications and is not limited to a specific operating system, affecting both Windows and Mac versions.

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