CVE-2023-36041

Name: CVE-2023-36041
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-11-14T18:15:34.117+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 56.73%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-36041 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 56.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

56.73%

98.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	365 Apps	All versions
Microsoft	Excel	2016
Microsoft	Office	2019
Microsoft	Office Long Term Servicing Channel	2021

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-36041Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-36041Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2023-1835Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 14, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-36041?

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

How severe is CVE-2023-36041?

CVE-2023-36041 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 56.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-36041?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-36041?

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Source: NVD / NIST