CVE-2026-59133: Microsoft High Performance Computing (HPC) Pack Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2026
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Updated

Execution with unnecessary privileges in Microsoft High Performance Computing (HPC) Pack allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Other sources

Microsoft High Performance Computing (HPC) Pack Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows App Client for Windows Desktop<2.0.1193.0
2.0.1193.0
Microsoft Windows App Windows<2.0.1193.0

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 2.0.1193.0

Event History

Aug 11, 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
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:03 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-59133?

The severity of CVE-2026-59133 is classified as high with a score of 8.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-59133?

To fix CVE-2026-59133, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the HPC Pack.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-59133?

CVE-2026-59133 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting Microsoft High Performance Computing Pack.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-59133?

CVE-2026-59133 affects authorized users of Microsoft High Performance Computing Pack who can exploit the vulnerability to gain higher privileges.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-59133?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-59133 include unauthorized privilege escalation that can compromise system integrity.

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