CVE-2026-45461

Name: CVE-2026-45461
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-06-09T17:17:20.45+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.4/10EPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 19, 2026

CVE-2026-45461 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.4/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.36%

28.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	365 Apps	All versions
Microsoft	365 Copilot	All versions
Microsoft	Microsoft 365	All versions
Microsoft	Office 2016	All versions
Microsoft	Office 2019	All versions
Microsoft	Office 2021	All versions
Microsoft	Office 2024	All versions

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-45461Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 9, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 19, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-45461?

Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

How severe is CVE-2026-45461?

CVE-2026-45461 has a CVSS score of 8.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-45461?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-45461?

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Source: NVD / NIST