CVE-2026-55054
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2026-55054 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | All versions |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2016 |
| Microsoft | Office | 2019 |
| Microsoft | Office 2021 | < 16.111.26071215 |
| Microsoft | Office 2021 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2024 | < 16.111.26071215 |
| Microsoft | Office 2024 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office Online Server | < 16.0.10417.20175 |
| Microsoft | Office 365 | < 16.111.26071215 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-55054?
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-55054?
CVE-2026-55054 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-55054?
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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