CVE-2026-63531
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-63531 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally..
Description
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | >= 16.0.1, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office 2019 | >= 19.0.0, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office 365 for Mac | >= 1.0.0, < 16.112.26081010 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 | >= 16.0.1, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 | >= 16.0.0, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021 | >= 16.0.1, < 16.112.26081010 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024 | >= 16.0.0, < 16.112.26081010 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Word 2016 | >= 16.0.1, < 16.0.5565.1000 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Undergoing Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-63531?
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-63531?
CVE-2026-63531 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-63531?
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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