CVE-2026-124229
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-124229 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Deserialization of untrusted data in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code with a physical attack..
Description
Deserialization of untrusted data in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code with a physical attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | >= 16.0.1, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office 365 for Mac | >= 1.0.0, < 16.115.26110837 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 | >= 16.0.1, < 16.0.14334.21048 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 | >= 16.0.0, < 16.0.17932.21140 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021 | >= 16.0.1, < 16.115.26110837 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024 | >= 16.0.0, < 16.115.26110837 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Undergoing Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-124229?
Deserialization of untrusted data in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code with a physical attack.
How severe is CVE-2026-124229?
CVE-2026-124229 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-124229?
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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