CVE-2026-26169: Windows Kernel Memory Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Buffer over-read in Windows Kernel Memory allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Other sources
Windows Kernel Memory Information Disclosure Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.8246Patch KB5083769 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.32690Patch KB5082063 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.6936Patch KB5082052 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7184Patch KB5082200 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7184Patch KB5082200 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9060Patch KB5082198 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5020Patch KB5082142 - 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 10.0.28000.1836Patch KB5083768
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-26169?
CVE-2026-26169 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2026-26169?
To fix CVE-2026-26169, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2026-26169?
CVE-2026-26169 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Can CVE-2026-26169 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2026-26169 requires local access, so it cannot be directly exploited remotely.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-26169 on Windows systems?
The impact of CVE-2026-26169 is that it allows authorized attackers to disclose sensitive information from Windows kernel memory.