CVE Catalog

CVE-2026-96913

HighCVSS 8.8
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Risk Assessment

A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain administrative privileges, potentially leading to system takeover.

Recommendation

Apply the latest Windows security patches and restrict local access to trusted users.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

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