CVE-2026-81352
HighCVSS 8.8Summary
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Risk Assessment
A remote attack could allow code execution on the system without physical access, increasing the risk of network-wide attacks.
Recommendation
Install security updates and restrict network access to services using the library.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library
See all- CVE-2026-81353High
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
- CVE-2026-58600High
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
- CVE-2026-58599High
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
- CVE-2026-57083Medium
Uninitialized resource in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Original NVD description (English source)
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

