CVE-2026-20944

HIGH
2026-01-13 [email protected]
8.4
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS Vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High

Lifecycle Timeline

2
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
CVE Published
Jan 13, 2026 - 18:16 nvd
HIGH 8.4

Description

Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

Analysis

Microsoft Office Word contains an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that enables local code execution on affected systems. Users of Microsoft 365 Apps and Office Long Term Servicing Channel are at risk, as an attacker with local access can exploit this memory safety flaw to execute arbitrary code with full system privileges. …

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Remediation

Within 7 days: Identify all affected systems and apply vendor patches promptly. Monitor vendor channels for patch availability.

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Priority Score

47
Low Medium High Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: +0.0
CVSS: +42
POC: 0

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CVE-2026-20944 vulnerability details – vuln.today

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