CVE-2026-20928: Windows Recovery Environment Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Improper removal of sensitive information before storage or transfer in Windows Recovery Environment Agent allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack.
Other sources
Windows Recovery Environment Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.6936Patch KB5082052 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.8246Patch KB5083769 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7184Patch KB5082200 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8246Patch KB5083769 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.25398.2274Patch KB5082060 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.8644Patch KB5082123 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5020Patch KB5082142 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.32690Patch KB5082063 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7184Patch KB5082200 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.1836Patch KB5083768 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9060Patch KB5082198
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-20928?
CVE-2026-20928 is categorized as a security feature bypass vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20928?
To mitigate CVE-2026-20928, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2026-20928?
CVE-2026-20928 affects various versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2022 and 2019.
Can CVE-2026-20928 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2026-20928 requires physical access to the device to exploit the vulnerability.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2026-20928 enable?
CVE-2026-20928 can allow an unauthorized attacker to bypass security features through a physical attack on the Windows Recovery Environment.