CVE-2026-59263
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-59263 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A manipulated document opened in Apache OpenOffice 4.1.16 or earlier may allow substituted content to be displayed manipulating the user. Such documents are corrupt and should not be opened. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.17, which fixes this issue..
Description
A manipulated document opened in Apache OpenOffice 4.1.16 or earlier may allow substituted content to be displayed manipulating the user. Such documents are corrupt and should not be opened. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.17, which fixes this issue.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Openoffice | < 4.1.17 |
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/drr0ss9wrkq0omlrwjhcm8738pjx3xgdMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/11/03/21Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-59263?
A manipulated document opened in Apache OpenOffice 4.1.16 or earlier may allow substituted content to be displayed manipulating the user. Such documents are corrupt and should not be opened.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.17, which fixes this issue.
How severe is CVE-2026-59263?
CVE-2026-59263 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-59263?
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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