CVE-2026-32162: Windows COM Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Acceptance of extraneous untrusted data with trusted data in Windows COM allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows COM Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.1836Patch KB5083768 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8246Patch 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 10.0.17763.8644Patch KB5082123 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.8246Patch KB5083769 - 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 10.0.20348.5020Patch KB5082142
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-32162?
CVE-2026-32162 is classified as a critical vulnerability that can allow unauthorized privilege elevation in Windows COM.
How do I fix CVE-2026-32162?
To fix CVE-2026-32162, apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2026-32162?
CVE-2026-32162 affects various versions including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2022.
Can CVE-2026-32162 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2026-32162 requires local access to exploit, making remote exploitation unlikely.
What are the risks of not addressing CVE-2026-32162?
Failing to address CVE-2026-32162 increases the risk of unauthorized users gaining elevated privileges on the affected system.