CVE-2025-53738 Details
Description
Use after free in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Office Word. This issue allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally. The vulnerability arises when the application improperly manages memory, creating an opportunity for exploitation.
Users can apply the security update provided by Microsoft to address this vulnerability. Instructions for downloading this update are available on the Microsoft Update Catalog and through the Microsoft Office Update channels.
Metrics
CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 12, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-53738 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| microsoft 365 apps | All versions |
CPE
Remediation
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| microsoft office | 2019 |
CPE
Remediation
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| microsoft office long term servicing channel | 2021 2024 |
CPE
Remediation
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| microsoft word | 2016 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 18, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 12, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |