CVE-2026-35440

Published May 12, 2026

Last updated 19 days ago

Overview

Description
Files or directories accessible to external parties in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Source
secure@microsoft.com
NVD status
Analyzed
Products
365_apps, office, office_long_term_servicing_channel, word

Risk scores

CVSS 3.1

Type
Primary
Base score
5.5
Impact score
3.6
Exploitability score
1.8
Vector string
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Severity
MEDIUM

Weaknesses

secure@microsoft.com
CWE-552

Social media

Hype score
Not currently trending

Configurations

References

Sources include official advisories and independent security research.