CVE-2026-68813: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2026
·
Updated

Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Other sources

Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.

Microsoft

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office 2019 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 Office LTSC 2024 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 2021 for 64-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 32-bit editions<https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise<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 https://aka.ms/OfficeSecurityReleases
  2. 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·05:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:05 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-68813?

The severity of CVE-2026-68813 is classified as medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-68813?

To fix CVE-2026-68813, ensure that your Microsoft Office applications are updated to the latest version provided by Microsoft.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-68813?

CVE-2026-68813 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability due to an out-of-bounds read.

4

Which versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2026-68813?

CVE-2026-68813 affects Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office 2019, and various editions of Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 and 2021.

5

Can CVE-2026-68813 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2026-68813 requires local access for exploitation, as it allows unauthorized information disclosure locally.

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