CVE-2026-72956
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.94%
Last modified
CVE-2026-72956 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted pointer dereference in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted pointer dereference in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2019 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2021 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2024 | All versions |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-72956Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-72956?
Untrusted pointer dereference in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-72956?
CVE-2026-72956 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-72956?
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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