CVE-2026-81954
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-81954 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally..
Description
Use after free in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise | >= 16.0.1, < 16.0.20326.20138 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Excel 2016 | >= 16.0.0.0, < 16.0.5569.1003 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office 2016 | >= 16.0.0, < 16.0.5569.1003 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office 2019 | >= 19.0.0, < 16.0.10417.20207 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office 365 for Mac | All versions |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 | >= 16.0.1, < 16.0.14334.20906 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 | >= 16.0.0, < 16.0.17932.20976 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024 | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-81954?
Use after free in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-81954?
CVE-2026-81954 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-81954?
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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