ID:6463 - Exploit for Code Injection in Microsoft products - CVE-2021-31179

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:6463 - Exploit for Code Injection in Microsoft products - CVE-2021-31179

ID:6463 - Exploit for Code Injection in Microsoft products - CVE-2021-31179

Published: June 22, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU53073
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-31179
CWE-ID: CWE-94
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Office
Office Online Server
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office Web Apps Server

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the Microsoft Office. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.