CVE-2024-38189: Microsoft Project Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 13, 2024
·
Updated

Microsoft Project contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for remote code execution via a malicious file.

Other sources

Microsoft Project Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

23 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Project 2016
Microsoft Project 2016
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft Project
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Office 2019
Microsoft Office 2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Project 2016<16.0.5461.1001
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<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 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
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
Microsoft Project 2016<16.0.5461.1001
16.0.5461.1001
Microsoft Project 2016<16.0.5461.1001
16.0.5461.1001

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 https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5461.1001Patch KB5002561

Event History

Aug 13, 2024
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
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:30 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 14, 2024
News Published
via The Register·12:45 AM
News Published
via The Register·07:22 PM
Aug 12, 2025
News Published
via The Register·11:34 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38189?

CVE-2024-38189 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-38189?

To fix CVE-2024-38189, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected software versions.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2024-38189?

CVE-2024-38189 affects multiple Microsoft products, including Microsoft Project 2016, Office 2019, and Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise.

4

Can CVE-2024-38189 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-38189 can be exploited remotely through a malicious file.

5

What types of vulnerabilities are related to CVE-2024-38189?

CVE-2024-38189 is related to remote code execution vulnerabilities specifically within Microsoft Project.

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