CVE-2024-43504: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Oct 8, 2024
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Updated

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

20 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2024
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2024
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 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5469.1000
16.0.5469.1000
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Excel 2016<16.0.5469.1000
16.0.5469.1000
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 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 2019 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 https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.5469.1000Patch KB5002643

Event History

Oct 8, 2024
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:35 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43504?

CVE-2024-43504 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-43504?

To fix CVE-2024-43504, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Office products.

3

Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2024-43504?

CVE-2024-43504 affects multiple Microsoft products, including Excel 2016, Microsoft Office 2019, and Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise in various editions.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-43504?

CVE-2024-43504 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can allow an attacker to run arbitrary code on the victim's machine.

5

Can CVE-2024-43504 affect both 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Microsoft Office?

Yes, CVE-2024-43504 affects both the 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Microsoft Office products.

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