CVE-2024-30042

Name: CVE-2024-30042
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-05-14T17:17:14.283+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 2.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-30042 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 2.14% 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

2.14%

79.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-502

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	365 Apps	All versions
Microsoft	Excel	2016
Microsoft	Office	2019
Microsoft	Office Long Term Servicing Channel	2021
Microsoft	Office Online Server	< 16.0.10410.20003
Microsoft	Office Online Server	2016

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-30042Vendor Advisory
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-30042Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 14, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-30042?

Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

How severe is CVE-2024-30042?

CVE-2024-30042 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-30042?

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-2024-30042?

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Source: NVD / NIST