CVE-2026-57097: Microsoft XML Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Microsoft XML Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Other sources
Untrusted search path in Microsoft XML allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26226Patch KB5099445 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2525Patch KB5101649 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9339Patch KB5099535 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23291Patch KB5099444 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33158Patch KB5099536 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.8875Patch KB5101650 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7548Patch KB5099539 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7548Patch KB5099539 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5386Patch KB5099540 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9020Patch KB5099538 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.8875Patch KB5101650
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-57097?
The severity of CVE-2026-57097 is rated as medium with a score of 6.8.
How do I fix CVE-2026-57097?
To address CVE-2026-57097, ensure that all affected Microsoft Windows versions are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-57097?
CVE-2026-57097 affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2025.
What impact does CVE-2026-57097 have?
CVE-2026-57097 allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass security features through a physical attack due to an untrusted search path.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-57097?
CVE-2026-57097 is classified as a security feature bypass vulnerability in Microsoft XML.