Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Word
CVE-2025-47168

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Sharepoint Enterprise Server 2016
Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2019
Microsoft Office 2019
Microsoft 365 Apps For Enterprise
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 June 2025

What is CVE-2025-47168?

A use after free vulnerability in Microsoft Office Word enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. By exploiting this security flaw, an unauthorized individual could potentially gain control of the system, leading to significant data breaches and further exploitation. Users and administrators are advised to apply patches and updates promptly to secure their installations and prevent unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise 32-bit Systems 16.0.1

Microsoft Office 2019 32-bit Systems 19.0.0

Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 x64-based Systems 16.0.1

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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