CVE-2024-49029: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Nov 12, 2024
·Updated
Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
19 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024
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 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2024
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2024
Microsoft Excel 2016
Microsoft Excel 2016
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-2024-49029?
CVE-2024-49029 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Excel.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-49029?
To fix CVE-2024-49029, apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft.
3
What versions of Excel are affected by CVE-2024-49029?
CVE-2024-49029 affects multiple versions including Excel 2016, Office LTSC 2024, Office 2019, and Office LTSC 2021.
4
Can CVE-2024-49029 allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code?
Yes, CVE-2024-49029 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system.
5
How can I determine if my version of Excel is affected by CVE-2024-49029?
Check your version of Excel against the list of affected products provided by Microsoft.