CVE-2023-36761

Known Exploited
Microsoft Word Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Word Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 3.71% Top 15%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Office 2019
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Office LTSC 2021
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Word 2016
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Word 2013 Service Pack 1
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Word 2013 Service Pack 1
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Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-36761 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36761?
CVE-2023-36761 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-36761?
To fix CVE-2023-36761, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-36761 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2023-36761 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~4% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-36761?
CVE-2023-36761 affects Microsoft Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, Microsoft Microsoft Office LTSC 2021, Microsoft Microsoft Word 2016, Microsoft Microsoft Word 2013 Service Pack 1, Microsoft Microsoft Word 2013 Service Pack 1.
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