CVE-2026-61365: Windows Remote Desktop Services Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Missing authentication for critical function in Windows Remote Desktop Services allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows Remote Desktop Services Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9418Patch KB5120418 - Upgrade
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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 10.0.19045.7663Patch KB5120249 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9115Patch KB5120238 - 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 6.2.9200.26280Patch KB5120386 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23338Patch KB5120385 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26100.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9168Fixed in 10.0.26200.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26200.9106Patch KB5120994
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-61365?
The severity of CVE-2026-61365 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How do I fix CVE-2026-61365?
To fix CVE-2026-61365, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-61365?
CVE-2026-61365 affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, and several versions of Windows Server from 2012 to 2025.
What is the risk associated with CVE-2026-61365?
The risk associated with CVE-2026-61365 is an authorized attacker being able to elevate privileges locally on affected systems.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2026-61365?
As of now, there are no publicly disclosed exploits specifically targeting CVE-2026-61365.