CVE Catalog

CVE-2026-69445

HighCVSS 7.8
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Windows Compressed Folder allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could access files outside the intended directory, potentially leading to privilege escalation and system integrity compromise.

Recommendation

Apply Windows security updates and restrict access to compressed folder functionality.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Windows Compressed Folder allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS