CVE-2025-47168: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Jun 10, 2025
·Updated
Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Other sources
Use after free in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
23 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Microsoft 365 Apps
Microsoft Office=2019
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2021
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel=2024
Microsoft Office Long Term Servicing Channel Macos=2024
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019
Microsoft Word=2016
Event History
Jun 10, 2025
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:02 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:23 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-47168?
CVE-2025-47168 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-47168?
To fix CVE-2025-47168, ensure that you install the latest security updates from Microsoft for the affected Microsoft Office products.
3
Which products are affected by CVE-2025-47168?
CVE-2025-47168 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Office, including Word 2016, Office 2019, Office LTSC, and several versions for Mac.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-47168?
CVE-2025-47168 is categorized as a use-after-free vulnerability, allowing unauthorized code execution.
5
Can CVE-2025-47168 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2025-47168 can be exploited locally, enabling attackers to execute code on the affected systems.