CVE-2026-56972: Security vulnerability
Published Sep 15, 2026
·Updated
In multiple locations, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Event History
Sep 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:34 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:17 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Does exploitation require user interaction?
No. The description states that user interaction is not needed for exploitation.
2
Is this described as a remotely exploitable issue?
No. The issue is described as a local escalation-of-privilege vulnerability.
3
What execution privilege is stated as necessary for exploitation?
The description states that System execution privileges are needed. No additional prerequisites are provided.