CVE-2026-96924
CriticalCVSS 9.8Summary
Windows OLE is affected by an untrusted pointer dereference vulnerability. This allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could remotely execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to system compromise and security breach.
Recommendation
Apply the latest Windows updates and restrict network access to OLE-related services.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Untrusted pointer dereference in Windows OLE allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS