CVE-2026-81959
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2026-81959 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | 365 Apps | All versions |
| Microsoft | Excel | 2016 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft 365 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Office 2016 | 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-2026-81959Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-81959?
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-81959?
CVE-2026-81959 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-81959?
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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