CVE-2023-36766

CVSS 3.1 Score 5.5 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Sep 12, 2023
Updated: May 29, 2024
CWE ID 125

Summary

CVE-2023-36766 is a new information disclosure vulnerability affecting Microsoft Excel. This issue allows an attacker to manipulate specific Excel functions, potentially revealing sensitive information from a targeted system. Successful exploitation could lead to the exposure of data, including but not limited to, file paths, folder names, or other system details, putting organizations at risk of data breaches. Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability, and it is recommended that users install the update as soon as possible to mitigate potential risks.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Office Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft 365 Apps
  • Microsoft Office 365

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft

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