CVE-2026-59264
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2026-59264 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Windows installers of Apache OpenOffice 4.1.16 and earlier allow an already manipulated system to run external code with elevated access. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.17, which fixes this issue.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Windows installers of Apache OpenOffice 4.1.16 and earlier allow an already manipulated system to run external code with elevated access. 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/d4n33sjk8jgrr78jj5cq5r51fvxv6nnvMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/11/03/22Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-59264?
The Windows installers of Apache OpenOffice 4.1.16 and earlier allow an already manipulated system to run external code with elevated access.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.17, which fixes this issue.
How severe is CVE-2026-59264?
CVE-2026-59264 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-59264?
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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