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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-38170
CVE-2024-38170:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2024-38170) was disclosed on August 13, 2024. This vulnerability affects Microsoft 365 Apps and Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel 2021 for macOS (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N. Microsoft has classified this as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CWE-122) (NVD).
Impact
If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the same privileges as the victim user, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of the system (MSRC).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users should apply the latest security updates through Microsoft AutoUpdate for macOS (Microsoft Learn).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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