Microsoft Office Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Publicly Disclosed:No;Exploited:No;Latest Software Release:Exploitation Less Likely CVE-2026-119998 · score 6.5/10
What could go wrong?
A protection that normally blocks attacks could be switched off or skipped.
How urgent is it?
Check Microsoft’s page for details.
Who is affected?
Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 64-bit editions, Microsoft Office LTSC 2021 for 32-bit editions, Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 64-bit editions, Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 for 32-bit editions, Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise for 64-bit Systems, Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise for 32-bit Systems
What should I do?
Install this month’s updates via Windows Update, Intune or your update tool, then restart.
Known problems
Microsoft lists known issues per update: no KB article listed. Official page.