Remote Code Execution Flaw in Microsoft Office SharePoint
CVE-2026-20951

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Sharepoint Enterprise Server 2016
Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2019
Microsoft Sharepoint Server Subscription Edition
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 January 2026

What is CVE-2026-20951?

An improper input validation vulnerability in Microsoft Office SharePoint enables unauthorized users to execute arbitrary code locally. This security flaw can expose organizations to significant risks if not addressed promptly, as it allows attackers to manipulate input data to gain control over the affected systems.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 x64-based Systems 16.0.0 < 16.0.5535.1001

Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019 x64-based Systems 16.0.0 < 16.0.10417.20083

Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition x64-based Systems 16.0.0 < 16.0.19127.20442

References

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

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

.