CVE-2026-72929
HighCVSS 7.8Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk12th percentile - higher than 12% of all known CVEs
Summary
Improper validation of integrity check value in Windows Installer allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could exploit this to gain elevated privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized system changes or malware installation.
Recommendation
Apply the latest Windows security updates that fix this issue.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Improper validation of integrity check value in Windows Installer allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.