Review reviewHigh

CVE-2026-45497

Microsoft Microsoft 365 Copilot, copilot

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft Copilot allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.45%
37.1% percentile
CISA KEV
Not listed
Published
2026.06.05
PRIORITY ASSESSMENT

Review review

The CVSS severity warrants an early asset and exposure review.

Known exploitationNot established by KEV
Exploit probability0.45%
Technical severityCVSS 8.8

Vulnerability overview

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft Copilot allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Affected product and versions

Product
Microsoft Microsoft 365 Copilot, copilot
Affected versions
See the vendor advisory and NVD configuration data
Fixed versions
No verified fixed-version field is available yet

Recommended response sequence

Confirm exposure before applying a vendor-supported change.

Full remediation guide
  1. 1
    Identify

    Confirm that Microsoft Microsoft 365 Copilot, copilot and an affected version are present.

  2. 2
    Prioritize

    Combine exploitation signals with asset exposure and business criticality.

  3. 3
    Remediate

    Follow the vendor advisory or supported update path and preserve rollback options.

  4. 4
    Verify

    Recheck the version, service health, access paths, and relevant logs.

Technical data

CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE
CWE-77
CVE-2026-45497 — Microsoft Microsoft 365 Copilot, copilot | SECUFOCUS NOW