CVE-2026-20943
HighSummary
An untrusted search path vulnerability in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could replace libraries or executables, potentially leading to execution of malicious code in the user's context.
Recommendation
Install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Office.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Untrusted search path in Microsoft Office allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.