CVE-2022-26904: Windows User Profile Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows User Profile Service contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
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Windows User Profile Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20337Patch KB5012639 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.20337Patch KB5012670 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.1645Patch KB5012599 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.0.6003.21446Patch KB5012632 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.18363.2212Patch KB5012591 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22000.613Patch KB5012592 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.2803Patch KB5012647 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19042.1645Patch KB5012599 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.23679Patch KB5012666 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.1.7601.25924Patch KB5012649 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19043.1645Patch KB5012599 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.643Patch KB5012604 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.5066Patch KB5012596 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.10240.19265Patch KB5012653
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-26904?
CVE-2022-26904 is rated as important, indicating a high potential for exploitation that could lead to privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26904?
To mitigate CVE-2022-26904, ensure that your affected Microsoft Windows operating systems are updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2022-26904?
CVE-2022-26904 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-26904?
CVE-2022-26904 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability associated with the Windows User Profile Service.
Can CVE-2022-26904 be exploited remotely?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-26904 typically requires local access to the affected system, limiting remote exploitation potential.