Vulnerability identifier: #VU48848

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-17130

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Excel
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to Microsoft Excel  does not properly impose security restrictions, which leads to security restrictions bypass.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Excel:

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-17130

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Q & A

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.