CVE-2026-61361: Windows DHCP Client Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2026
·
Updated

Use after free in Windows DHCP Client allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.

Other sources

Windows DHCP Client Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

— Microsoft

Affected Software

15 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.33296, <10.0.26100.33222
10.0.26100.3329610.0.26100.33222
Microsoft Windows 11=26H1
10.0.28000.2704
Microsoft Windows 11=26H1
10.0.28000.2704
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.33296, <10.0.26100.33222
10.0.26100.3329610.0.26100.33222
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2<10.0.26100.9106
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2<10.0.26100.9106
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2<10.0.26200.9106
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2<10.0.26200.9106
Microsoft Windows 11 26h1<10.0.28000.2704
Microsoft Windows 11 26h1<10.0.28000.2704
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.33222
Microsoft Windows 11=25H2
10.0.26200.916810.0.26200.9106
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
10.0.26100.916810.0.26200.9106
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
10.0.26100.916810.0.26100.9106
Microsoft Windows 11=25H2
10.0.26200.916810.0.26200.9106

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 10.0.26100.33296Fixed in 10.0.26100.33222Patch KB5120228
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.28000.2704Patch KB5121000
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.26200.9168Fixed in 10.0.26200.9106Patch KB5120994
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26200.9106Patch KB5120994
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26100.9106Patch KB5120994

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
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
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-61361?

CVE-2026-61361 has a high severity rating of 7.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-61361?

To fix CVE-2026-61361, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-61361?

CVE-2026-61361 affects Microsoft Windows 11 and Microsoft Windows Server 2025, specifically versions 24h2, 25h2, and 26h1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-61361?

CVE-2026-61361 is classified as a Use After Free vulnerability.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2026-61361?

An attacker can execute code locally on affected Windows systems by exploiting CVE-2026-61361.

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