CVE-2026-50409
MediumCVSS 5.5Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk29th percentile - higher than 29% of all known CVEs
Summary
A vulnerability in the Windows Overlay Filter allows an unauthorized actor to disclose sensitive information. This flaw enables an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Risk Assessment
The risk involves potential leakage of sensitive data by an authorized user, which could lead to a breach of information confidentiality within the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to immediately apply the security update provided by the vendor and monitor systems for unauthorized data access.
Other vulnerabilities in Windows Overlay Filter
See all- CVE-2026-50435High
Windows Overlay Filter has a buffer over-read vulnerability that allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
- CVE-2026-54987High
Windows Overlay Filter has a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
- CVE-2021-26874High
Windows Overlay Filter Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.
Original NVD description (English source)
Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor in Windows Overlay Filter allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.