If this refers to a specific piece of software or a common exploit (like those found in vulnerabilities), the "patched" designation indicates that a bug—such as a remote code execution (RCE) flaw—has been fixed. For instance, Microsoft's Patch Tuesday updates frequently address flaws in Microsoft Office Excel. Key reasons these files are patched include:

: Modern Office versions open files from the internet in Protected View, preventing macros or embedded objects from running automatically. Risk Mitigation

Employee payrolls, wire transfer details, and client invoices.