CVE-2026-69686
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.82%
Last modified
CVE-2026-69686 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | All versions |
| Microsoft | Microsoft 365 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2019 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2021 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2024 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Word | 2016 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-69686Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-69686?
Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-69686?
CVE-2026-69686 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-69686?
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.
How Strix Helps
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