CVE-2026-61358: Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2704Patch KB5121000 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33296Fixed in 10.0.26100.33222Patch KB5120228 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7517Patch KB5120240 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26000.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7663Patch KB5120249 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9168Fixed in 10.0.26100.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26100.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7663Patch KB5120249 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5499Fixed in 10.0.20348.5440Patch KB5120229 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9115Patch KB5120238
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-61358?
CVE-2026-61358 has a severity rating of 7.8, categorized as high.
How do I fix CVE-2026-61358?
To remediate CVE-2026-61358, ensure that your Microsoft Windows operating system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-61358?
CVE-2026-61358 affects Microsoft Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server 2025, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2019.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-61358?
CVE-2026-61358 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to improper link resolution in the Windows Accessibility Infrastructure.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2026-61358 remotely?
No, CVE-2026-61358 requires local access for an attacker to exploit the vulnerability.