CVE-2022-21840
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 3.12%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21840 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 3.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Excel | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Office | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Office | 2019 | — |
| Microsoft | Office Long Term Servicing Channel | 2021 | — |
| Microsoft | Office Online Server | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Office Web Apps | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Enterprise Server | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2019 | — |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21840?
Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-21840?
CVE-2022-21840 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21840?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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