Remote code execution in Microsoft PowerPoint



Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2025-29978
CWE-ID CWE-416
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 Microsoft Office LTSC
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor Microsoft

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Use-after-free

EUVDB-ID: #VU109098

Risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-29978

CWE-ID: CWE-416 - Use After Free

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in Microsoft PowerPoint. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Office LTSC: 2024

Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise: 32-bit Systems - 64-bit Systems

CPE2.3 External links

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-29978


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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