Microsoft's Mac Apps Vulnerable to Exploits, Company Declines Full Fix

Security flaws in Microsoft apps for macOS allow hackers to bypass permissions, accessing cameras and microphones without user consent.

Cisco Talos identified eight vulnerabilities in Microsoft apps like Outlook, Word, and Teams for macOS.
These flaws enable hackers to inject malicious libraries and exploit app permissions without additional user verification.
Microsoft has only patched Teams and OneNote, leaving other apps like Excel and PowerPoint still vulnerable.
The company considers the vulnerabilities low risk, citing the need for unsigned libraries to support plugins.
Researchers suggest Apple could improve macOS security by prompting users when third-party plugins are loaded.