Microsoft confirms Office apps launch issues after June updates
Microsoft confirms Office apps launch issues after June updates
Publish Date: 2026-06-17 07:54:21
Source Domain: www.bleepingcomputer.com
Summary:
Microsoft has reported a new compatibility issue affecting certain third-party applications that utilize OLE automation to interact with Microsoft Office products like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Users of these third-party apps, including CCH Engagement, Zotero, Workpaper Manager, and dental software like Dentrix and Softdent, experience difficulty launching Office applications and opening documents since the June 9, 2026, Windows updates. Microsoft currently lacks a fix but suggests a workaround for affected users, recommending the direct opening of Office applications and documents. Enterprise customers can contact Microsoft Support for a broader, organization-wide solution. The company assures that a patch will eventually arrive in a future Windows update.
Key Points:
- Microsoft is addressing an issue preventing certain third-party applications from launching Microsoft Office products.
- This issue affects applications that use OLE automation, including specific third-party programs like CCH Engagement, Zotero, Workpaper Manager, Dentrix, and Softdent.
- Users are advised to open Office applications directly to circumvent the issue, while enterprise customers can seek help from Microsoft Support for a broader resolution.
- Microsoft plans to include a resolution in a future Windows update, with more details forthcoming.
