CVE Catalog
CVE-2026-50679
HighCVSS 7.8Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk0.32%
24th percentile - higher than 24% of all known CVEs
Summary
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows Search component allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Risk Assessment
Privilege escalation could allow the attacker to gain higher privileges on the system, potentially leading to full machine control.
Recommendation
Apply the security update from Microsoft for the Windows Search component.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Search Component
See allOriginal NVD description (English source)
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Search Component allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.