CVE-2026-63515: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2026
·
Updated

Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Other sources

Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

Microsoft

Affected Software

14 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Microsoft Office
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5565.1001
16.0.5565.1001
Microsoft Office 2016<16.0.5565.1001
16.0.5565.1001
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 365 for Mac<16.112.26081010
16.112.26081010
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021<16.112.26081010
16.112.26081010
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for 64-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2024<16.112.26081010
16.112.26081010
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft Office 2019 for 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases

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 16.0.5565.1001Patch KB5002902
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.112.26081010

Event History

Aug 11, 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
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:04 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-63515?

CVE-2026-63515 has a severity rating of high, with a base score of 7.8.

2

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-63515?

CVE-2026-63515 is a Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability that involves an out-of-bounds read.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-63515?

CVE-2026-63515 affects users of various Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Office 2016 and Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2026-63515?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-63515 could allow an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally on the affected systems.

5

How do I fix CVE-2026-63515?

To mitigate CVE-2026-63515, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for your Office software.

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