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MEDIUM CISA KEV

CVE-2026-56164

CVSS v3

5.3

MEDIUM

EPSS Score

7.0 %

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Office SharePoint allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
2026-07-14
Patch Due Date
2026-07-17
Ransomware Use
Unknown

Technical details

CVSS v3 Vector
3.1
Published
2026-07-14
Last Modified
2026-07-14

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-56164?

Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Office SharePoint allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Is CVE-2026-56164 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2026-56164 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 7/17/2026.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-56164?

CVE-2026-56164 has a CVSS v3 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM severity), with vector string 3.1.

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