CVE-2026-69379
HighCVSS 7.0Summary
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows NTFS allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could exploit symbolic links to gain access to files or directories with elevated privileges.
Recommendation
Apply Windows security updates.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows NTFS allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.