CVE-2026-81971
HighCVSS 7.0Summary
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows NTFS allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could exploit the race condition to corrupt data or gain higher privileges, potentially leading to system compromise.
Recommendation
Install the latest Windows security updates and monitor systems for unusual NTFS-related activity.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows NTFS allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS