Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Word
CVE-2026-108432

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft 365 Apps For Enterprise
Microsoft Office 365 For Mac
Microsoft Office Ltsc 2021
Microsoft Office Ltsc 2024
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-108432?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office Word, potentially allowing an unauthorized attacker to execute code remotely through specially crafted documents. This flaw can lead to unauthorized access and system compromise, making it critical for users to apply patches promptly to safeguard their information.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise 32-bit Systems 16.0.1

Microsoft Office 365 for Mac 1.0.0 < 16.114.26101123

Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 32-bit Systems 16.0.1 < 16.0.14334.20974

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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