CVE-2025-29792: Microsoft Office Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Microsoft Office Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Other sources
Use after free in Microsoft Office allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 16.0.5495.1002Patch KB5002623
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-29792?
CVE-2025-29792 has a high severity level, allowing an attacker to elevate privileges on an affected Microsoft Office application.
How do I fix CVE-2025-29792?
To fix CVE-2025-29792, ensure that you install the latest updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Office product.
Which Microsoft Office versions are affected by CVE-2025-29792?
CVE-2025-29792 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Office, including Office 2016, Office 2019, and Office LTSC 2021 and 2024, across both 32-bit and 64-bit editions.
Can CVE-2025-29792 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-29792 requires local access to the affected system, making it not exploitable remotely.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-29792 classified as?
CVE-2025-29792 is classified as a use after free vulnerability, which can lead to local privilege escalation.