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CVE-2017-11826

CISA KEV

Published March 3, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could run arbitrary code in the context of the current user.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftOffice

Patch Status

Patch by 2022-03-24

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2017-11826.