CVE-2026-69671: Microsoft Office Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Other sources
Microsoft Office Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 16.0.5569.1002Patch KB5002923 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.17932.20976 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.14334.20906 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.20326.20138 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.10417.20207
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Which deployments are identified as affected?
The affected products listed are Microsoft Word 2016, Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 and 2024 for 32-bit and 64-bit editions, and Microsoft Office LTSC for Mac 2021 and 2024.
What attacker prerequisites are indicated by the severity vector?
The vector indicates that the attack can be performed over the network with low attack complexity and does not require attacker privileges. It also indicates that user interaction is required.