Vulnerability identifier: #VU100403
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-416
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Office LTSC
Client/Desktop applications /
Other client software
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in Microsoft Office Graphics. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted pptx file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Office LTSC: 2021 for Mac - 2024
External links
http://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-49032
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1511/
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.