CVE-2026-69686: Microsoft Office Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Microsoft Office Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Other sources
Stack-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 16.0.14334.20906 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.17932.20976 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.5569.1000Patch KB5002923 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.10417.20207 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.20326.20138
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Microsoft Office deployments are identified as affected?
The affected software list includes Microsoft Word 2016, Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, Office 2019 for 64-bit editions, Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit and 64-bit editions, Office LTSC 2024 for 32-bit and 64-bit editions, and Office LTSC for Mac 2024.
What access and interaction does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
The vector is network-based and the attacker does not need prior privileges. Exploitation requires user interaction.