CVE-2024-49033: Microsoft Word Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Published Nov 12, 2024
·Updated
Microsoft Word Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Affected Software
19 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021
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 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 Word=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-2024-49033?
CVE-2024-49033 is categorized as a security feature bypass vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-49033?
To fix CVE-2024-49033, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office products.
3
Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2024-49033?
CVE-2024-49033 affects multiple versions including Microsoft Office 2019, Office LTSC 2021, Office LTSC 2024, and Word 2016.
4
Is Microsoft Word 2016 vulnerable to CVE-2024-49033?
Yes, both the 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Microsoft Word 2016 are vulnerable to CVE-2024-49033.
5
Can CVE-2024-49033 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2024-49033 could potentially be exploited to enable further attacks by bypassing security features.