CVE-2026-54988
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2026-54988 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | All versions |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2016 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft 365 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2019 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2021 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2024 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office Online Server | < 16.0.10417.20175 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-54988Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-54988?
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-54988?
CVE-2026-54988 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-54988?
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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