CVE-2024-49026: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Nov 12, 2024
·Updated
Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
16 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Office Online Server
Microsoft Excel 2016 Click-to-Run (C2R) for 64-bit editions
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 Office LTSC 2024 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Excel 2016 Click-to-Run (C2R) for 32-bit editions
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2024
Microsoft Office Online Server
Remediation
Event History
Nov 12, 2024
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:54 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-49026?
CVE-2024-49026 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-49026?
To fix CVE-2024-49026, apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for the affected Office products.
3
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2024-49026?
CVE-2024-49026 affects multiple Microsoft Office products, including Office LTSC 2021, Office 2019, and Excel 2016.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-49026?
CVE-2024-49026 is categorized as a remote code execution vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2024-49026 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-49026 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.