First published: Thu Dec 14 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Microsoft Excel. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-33146.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Microsoft Excel for Mac |
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ZDI-CAN-19178 has a CVSS rating that indicates a critical severity due to remote code execution capabilities.
To mitigate ZDI-CAN-19178, ensure that you update Microsoft Excel to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
ZDI-CAN-19178 specifically affects Microsoft Excel for Mac installations.
ZDI-CAN-19178 can be exploited by remote attackers requiring user interaction, such as visiting a malicious webpage or opening a malicious file.
ZDI-CAN-19178 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.