CVE-2025-29791
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.99%
Last modified
CVE-2025-29791 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 |
| Microsoft | Office | 2019 |
| Microsoft | Office Long Term Servicing Channel | 2021 |
| Microsoft | Office Long Term Servicing Channel | 2024 |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-29791?
Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
How severe is CVE-2025-29791?
CVE-2025-29791 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-29791?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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