Product:
Microsoft Office Excel
Summary
Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Excel allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally. This vulnerability can lead to sensitive data exposure if exploited. It is crucial for users to be aware of the risks associated with this issue.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.1 | CVE-2025-59232 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the affected system and must interact with the application. By manipulating the application in a specific way, the attacker can trigger the out-of-bounds read condition, leading to the disclosure of sensitive information stored in memory.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Office Excel: A widely used spreadsheet application that may allow unauthorized information disclosure due to the vulnerability.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that they are using the latest version of Microsoft Office Excel and apply any available security updates. Additionally, limiting local access to sensitive systems can help reduce the risk of exploitation.