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The Microsoft Project Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2024-38189) is a security flaw that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a target system by exploiting vulnerabilities in Microsoft Project software. This vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS base score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
Overview
This vulnerability affects multiple Microsoft products including Microsoft Office 2019, Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, Microsoft Project 2016, and Microsoft Office LTSC 2021. The vulnerability arises from improper input validation (CWE-20) within the affected software versions, potentially leading to remote code execution.
Remediation
To mitigate the Microsoft Project Remote Code Execution Vulnerability, users are advised to apply security updates provided by Microsoft. The affected versions of Microsoft Project and related software should be updated to versions that address the vulnerability. It is recommended to regularly check for security updates from Microsoft and apply them promptly to protect against potential exploitation.
References
- Microsoft Security Response Center Advisory: Microsoft Project Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Feed: CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- InformationInformation
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- MiningMining
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- ConstructionConstruction
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
