CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
30.8 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2022-03-03
- Patch Due Date
- 2022-03-17
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Technical details
- Published
- 2019-09-11
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2019-1297?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
Is CVE-2019-1297 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2019-1297 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2022-03-17.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2019-1297?
CVE-2019-1297 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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