CVE-2026-26175: Windows Boot Manager Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Use of uninitialized resource in Windows Boot Manager allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack.
Other sources
Windows Boot Manager Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9060Patch KB5082198 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8246Patch KB5083769 - Upgrade
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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 10.0.25398.2274Patch KB5082060 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.6936Patch KB5082052 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7184Patch KB5082200 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7184Patch KB5082200 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5020Patch KB5082142 - 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-2026-26175?
CVE-2026-26175 is classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability in Windows Boot Manager.
How do I fix CVE-2026-26175?
To fix CVE-2026-26175, apply the updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which software is affected by CVE-2026-26175?
CVE-2026-26175 affects Microsoft Windows Boot Manager and various versions of Windows operating systems.
Can CVE-2026-26175 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2026-26175 requires physical access to the affected system to be exploited.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-26175?
CVE-2026-26175 allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass security features, potentially compromising the system.