CVE-2025-59238 Details
Description
Use after free in Microsoft Office PowerPoint allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Office PowerPoint. This issue allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally on the affected system. The vulnerability arises from improper memory management, which can be exploited by manipulating the way PowerPoint handles certain objects.
Users can apply the security update provided by Microsoft to address this vulnerability. This security update is available through the Microsoft Update Catalog. For specific guidance on downloading and installing the update, refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base articles linked in the product update details.
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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 Oct 15, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-59238 | [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
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| microsoft office | 2019 |
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| microsoft office long term servicing channel | 2021 2024 |
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| microsoft powerpoint | 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 |
| Oct 16, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 14, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |