Product:
Microsoft Office
Summary
Integer overflow or wraparound in Microsoft Office allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. This vulnerability can lead to significant security risks if exploited. It is crucial for users to be aware of the potential impacts of this issue.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.8 | CVE-2026-26134 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the affected system. By leveraging the integer overflow or wraparound, the attacker can manipulate the application to gain elevated privileges. This can allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code or perform unauthorized actions within the system.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Office: A widely used suite of productivity applications that may be vulnerable to privilege escalation due to this integer overflow issue.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that they are running the latest version of Microsoft Office with all security updates applied. Regularly checking for updates and applying patches can help protect against potential exploitation of this issue.