CVE-2026-27916: Windows UPnP Device Host Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Use after free in Windows Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) Device Host allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows UPnP Device Host Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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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 10.0.17763.8644Patch KB5082123 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.1836Patch KB5083768 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5020Patch KB5082142 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26026Patch KB5082127 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23132Patch KB5082126 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9060Patch KB5082198 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.32690Patch KB5082063 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8246Patch KB5083769 - Upgrade
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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 10.0.25398.2274Patch KB5082060
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-27916?
CVE-2026-27916 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-27916?
To mitigate CVE-2026-27916, ensure that relevant patches from Microsoft are applied to your affected systems.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-27916?
CVE-2026-27916 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-27916?
CVE-2026-27916 is categorized as a use-after-free vulnerability, allowing attackers to elevate privileges.
Is CVE-2026-27916 exploitable remotely?
No, CVE-2026-27916 can only be exploited locally by an authenticated user.