CVE-2026-21514
HIGH CISA KEV Actively ExploitedMicrosoft Word Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
CVSS v3
7.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
5.4%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
active
SSVC status
Description
Reliance on untrusted inputs in a security decision in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2/10/2026
- Patch Due Date
- 3/3/2026
- Required Action
- Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- 3.1
- Published
- 2/10/2026
- Last Modified
- 2/11/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-21514?
Reliance on untrusted inputs in a security decision in Microsoft Office Word allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
Is CVE-2026-21514 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2026-21514 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 3/3/2026.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-21514?
CVE-2026-21514 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity), with vector string 3.1.
Is CVE-2026-21514 affecting your environment?
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