SB2024091092 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Publisher
Published: September 10, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024091092
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Protection Mechanism Failure (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38226)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient implementation of security measures. An attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted file, bypass Office macro policies restrictions and execute arbitrary code on the system.
Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.