Vulnerability identifier: #VU61180
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Office
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Word
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Client/Desktop applications /
Office applications
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021
Other software /
Other software solutions
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to tampering issue in Microsoft Office Word. A remote attacker can bypass the target application
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Microsoft Office: 2019 - 2019 for Mac
Microsoft Word:
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise:
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021: 32 bit editions - 2021 for Mac
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2022-24511
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.