CVE-2026-68809
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-68809 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Incomplete cleanup in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally..
Description
Incomplete cleanup in Microsoft Office PowerPoint 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 LTSC 2021 | >= 16.0.1, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 | >= 16.0.0, < https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases |
| Microsoft | Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 | >= 16.0.0, < 16.0.5565.1001 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Undergoing Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-68809?
Incomplete cleanup in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-68809?
CVE-2026-68809 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-68809?
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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