CVE-2026-50423
HighCVSS 7.8Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
High risk84th percentile - higher than 84% of all known CVEs
Summary
The Windows kernel has an improper access control vulnerability that allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Risk Assessment
The organization faces the risk that an authorized user (e.g., an employee) could gain higher privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or malware installation.
Recommendation
Apply the security update from Microsoft that addresses this vulnerability. Prioritize critical systems.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Improper access control in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.