CVE-2026-58601: Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) Miniport Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulernability
Heap-based buffer overflow in Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) Miniport Driver allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) Miniport Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulernability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33158Patch KB5099536 - 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 10.0.26100.8875Patch 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 10.0.19044.7548Patch 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-2026-58601?
CVE-2026-58601 has a severity score of 7.8, classified as high.
How does CVE-2026-58601 affect affected systems?
CVE-2026-58601 allows an authorized attacker to exploit a heap-based buffer overflow to elevate privileges locally.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2026-58601?
CVE-2026-58601 affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, and various versions of Windows Server.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2026-58601?
To mitigate CVE-2026-58601, it is recommended to apply security updates provided for the affected Microsoft Windows versions.
Is CVE-2026-58601 a remote vulnerability or a local vulnerability?
CVE-2026-58601 is a local vulnerability requiring prior access for exploitation.