CVE-2026-20948
High
Description
Untrusted pointer dereference in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Microsoft Office
PublishedJan 13, 2026
First seenJan 13, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-822CWE-822
How to fix
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft office | 2019 | — |
| microsoft 365_apps | No range specified | — |
| microsoft office_long_term_servicing_channel | 2021, 2024 | — |
| microsoft sharepoint_server | 2016, 2019 | — |
| microsoft word | 2016 | — |
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