CVE-2024-21318: Microsoft SharePoint Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 9, 2024
·
Updated

Microsoft SharePoint Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition<16.0.10406.20000
16.0.10406.20000
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016<16.0.5430.1000
16.0.5430.1000
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019<16.0.10406.20000
16.0.10406.20000

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 16.0.5430.1000Patch KB5002541
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.10406.20000Patch KB5002540
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.10406.20000Patch KB5002539

Event History

Jan 9, 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·05:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:57 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21318?

CVE-2024-21318 has been classified with a critical severity rating, indicating a significant risk of remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-21318?

To fix CVE-2024-21318, apply the relevant security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected SharePoint Server versions.

3

Which versions of SharePoint Server are affected by CVE-2024-21318?

CVE-2024-21318 affects Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, SharePoint Server 2019, and SharePoint Server Subscription Edition.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2024-21318 allow?

CVE-2024-21318 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected SharePoint server, potentially leading to data compromise.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21318 until I can apply the patch?

There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2024-21318; applying the security update is the best course of action.

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