CVE-2026-33841: Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published May 12, 2026
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Other sources

Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

37 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows 11 - extra=26H1
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.7291
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.7291
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.7291
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.7291
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.7291
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.7291
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.7079
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.7079
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2<10.0.26100.8390
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2<10.0.26100.8390
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2<10.0.26200.8390
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2<10.0.26200.8390
Microsoft Windows 11 26h1<10.0.28000.2113
Microsoft Windows 11 26h1<10.0.28000.2113
Microsoft Windows Server 2022<10.0.20348.5074
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23h2<10.0.25398.2330
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.32772
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.32860, <10.0.26100.32772
10.0.26100.3286010.0.26100.32772
Microsoft Windows 11=26H1
10.0.28000.2113
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
10.0.26100.845710.0.26100.8390
Microsoft Windows 11=26H1
10.0.28000.2113
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
10.0.22631.7219
Microsoft Windows Server 2022, 23H2 Edition<10.0.25398.2330
10.0.25398.2330
Microsoft Windows 11=25H2
10.0.26200.845710.0.26200.8390
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
10.0.26100.845710.0.26100.8390
Microsoft Windows 11=25H2
10.0.26200.845710.0.26200.8390
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
10.0.22631.7079
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.32860, <10.0.26100.32772
10.0.26100.3286010.0.26100.32772
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
10.0.19045.7417
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
10.0.19045.7417
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
10.0.19044.7291
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
10.0.19044.7291
Microsoft Windows Server 2022<10.0.20348.5139, <10.0.20348.5074
10.0.20348.513910.0.20348.5074
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
10.0.19044.7291
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
10.0.19045.7417
Microsoft Windows Server 2022<10.0.20348.5139, <10.0.20348.5074
10.0.20348.513910.0.20348.5074

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.26100.8457Fixed in 10.0.26100.8390Patch KB5089466
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.26100.32860Fixed in 10.0.26100.32772Patch KB5087423
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.28000.2113Patch KB5089548
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.22631.7219Patch KB5093998
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.25398.2330Patch KB5087541
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.26200.8457Fixed in 10.0.26200.8390Patch KB5089466
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.22631.7079Patch KB5087420
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.19045.7417Patch KB5094127
  9. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.19044.7291Patch KB5087544
  10. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.20348.5139Fixed in 10.0.20348.5074Patch KB5087424

Event History

May 12, 2026
CVE Published
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
WeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:58 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33841?

CVE-2026-33841 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33841?

To remediate CVE-2026-33841, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2026-33841?

CVE-2026-33841 affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server products.

4

Can CVE-2026-33841 lead to remote exploits?

CVE-2026-33841 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability, therefore it cannot be exploited remotely.

5

Is there any known exploit for CVE-2026-33841?

As of now, there are no publicly known exploits associated with CVE-2026-33841, but it's recommended to apply patches promptly.

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