Severity by source
AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
File must be opened locally (AV:L), no system privileges needed (PR:N), user must open the file (UI:R), only confidentiality impacted (C:H/I:N/A:N).
Primary rating from Vendor (microsoft).
CVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Lifecycle Timeline
3DescriptionNVD
Improper input validation in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
AnalysisAI
Local information disclosure in Microsoft PowerPoint stems from improper input validation (CWE-20) when processing specially crafted presentation files, affecting a broad range of Office product lines on both Windows and macOS. The CVSS vector (AV:L/UI:R/C:H) confirms that while no special system privileges are required, a victim must open a malicious file, making social engineering the primary delivery mechanism. …
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| Exploitation | The CVSS vector (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R) confirms the following specific conditions: the attack must occur locally - meaning the malicious PowerPoint file must be opened on the victim's machine, not triggered remotely over a network connection. … Additional conditions and limiting factors are described in the full assessment. |
| Risk Assessment | The CVSS score of 5.5 (Medium) is supported by a local attack vector, low complexity, and high confidentiality impact with no integrity or availability exposure. … Full risk analysis with EPSS, KEV, and SSVC signal comparison available after sign-in. |
| Exploit Scenario | An attacker crafts a malicious PowerPoint file embedding input specifically designed to bypass validation logic and trigger memory or file disclosure, then delivers it to a target user via a phishing email or a compromised shared drive. The victim opens the file in an unpatched version of PowerPoint, causing the application to expose sensitive information - such as file system paths, memory contents, or credential fragments - which the attacker may capture through a secondary channel embedded in the file (e.g., a remote template reference or OLE link). … |
| Remediation | Apply the vendor-released patch immediately via Microsoft Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog. … Detailed patch versions, workarounds, and compensating controls in full report. |
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