CVE-2021-38646

HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)Known to be used in ransomware campaigns

Description

Microsoft Office Access Connectivity Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductMicrosoft Office
PublishedSep 15, 2021
First seenSep 15, 2021
Added to KEVMar 28, 2022

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

CISA due date: Apr 18, 2022

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
microsoft office2013—
microsoft 365_appsNo range specified—
microsoft office_2016No range specified—
microsoft office_2019No range specified—

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