CVE-2025-21356: Microsoft Office Visio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 14 2025(Updated: )
Microsoft Office Visio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac | ||
| Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 | ||
| Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac | ||
| Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 | ||
| Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 | ||
| Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise | ||
| Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise | ||
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2019 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2021 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2021 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2024 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2024 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21356?
CVE-2025-21356 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21356?
To resolve CVE-2025-21356, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Office products.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2025-21356?
CVE-2025-21356 affects various editions of Microsoft Office including Office 2019, Office 2021, and Office LTSC 2024.
What kind of attack does CVE-2025-21356 enable?
CVE-2025-21356 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system through crafted Visio files.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-21356?
Currently, the best approach is to ensure all affected Microsoft Office applications are updated to mitigate the risks from CVE-2025-21356.
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