CVE-2026-40357: Microsoft SharePoint Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 12, 2026
·
Updated

Deserialization of untrusted data in Microsoft Office SharePoint allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Other sources

Microsoft SharePoint Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft SharePoint Server<16.0.19725.20280
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016<16.0.5552.1002
16.0.5552.1002
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019<16.0.10417.20128
16.0.10417.20128
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition<16.0.19725.20280
16.0.19725.20280

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.10417.20128Patch KB5002870
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.5552.1002Patch KB5002868
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.19725.20280Patch KB5002863

Event History

May 12, 2026
CVE Published
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:59 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-40357?

CVE-2026-40357 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution by attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-40357?

To mitigate CVE-2026-40357, apply the relevant security updates for your version of Microsoft SharePoint as provided by Microsoft.

3

What versions of SharePoint are affected by CVE-2026-40357?

CVE-2026-40357 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019, SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, and SharePoint Server Subscription Edition.

4

Can I exploit CVE-2026-40357 without being an authorized user?

No, the CVE-2026-40357 vulnerability requires an attacker to be an authorized user to exploit it.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2026-40357?

As of now, there are reports of exploitation attempts targeting CVE-2026-40357 in the wild.

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