CVE-2026-32202: Microsoft Windows Protection Mechanism Failure Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows Shell contains a protection mechanism failure vulnerability that allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network.
Other sources
Protection mechanism failure in Windows Shell allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network.
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Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.25398.2274Patch KB5082060 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2525Patch KB5101649 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23291Patch KB5099444 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26226Patch KB5099445 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9339Patch KB5099535 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8875Patch KB5101650 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33158Patch KB5099536 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.8875Patch KB5101650 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7376Patch KB5099414 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7548Patch KB5099539 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5386Patch KB5099540 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7548Patch KB5099539 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9020Patch KB5099538
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-32202?
CVE-2026-32202 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized network spoofing.
How do I fix CVE-2026-32202?
To fix CVE-2026-32202, you need to apply the security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows products.
What are the affected products for CVE-2026-32202?
CVE-2026-32202 affects various Microsoft Windows products, including Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 10, and Windows 11.
Can CVE-2026-32202 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-32202 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to perform spoofing attacks over a network.
What impact does CVE-2026-32202 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2026-32202 includes the potential for unauthorized access to system resources and data through spoofing.