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Discussions tagged with 'office extensions' on WindowsForum.com focus on Microsoft's security changes to Office applications, particularly the default disabling of ActiveX controls in Microsoft 365 for Windows. ActiveX, a legacy extension technology introduced in 1996, has been a common vector for exploits. The move affects Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, reducing the attack surface for cybercriminals. Users and IT professionals discuss the implications for legacy add-ins and macros that rely on ActiveX, as well as broader security improvements in Office. The tag covers enterprise IT security, updates, and troubleshooting related to Office extensions and their management.
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    Microsoft 365 Disables ActiveX by Default: A Major Security Move

    Microsoft is making a bold move that aims to significantly reduce one of Office’s longstanding vulnerabilities. In a bid to enhance security and protect users, Microsoft 365 for Windows is set to disable ActiveX content by default in its flagship applications—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio...
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