CVE-2026-62872: .NET Framework Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2026
·
Updated

.NET Framework Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Other sources

Incorrect authorization in .NET Framework allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Microsoft

Affected Software

17 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.6.2, =4.7, =4.7.1, =4.7.2
4.7.4144.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.6.2, =4.7, =4.7.1, =4.7.2
2.0.50727.8984 & 3.0.30729.8980 & 4.7.4144.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.7.2
2.0.50727.9070 & 3.0.30729.9068 & 4.7.4144.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.8.1
4.8.9344.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.6.2, =4.7, =4.7.1, =4.7.2
4.7.4144.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.8
2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.4805.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.8
2.0.50727.9070 & 3.0.30729.9068 & 4.8.4805.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.8
4.8.4805.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.8
4.8.4805.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.8.1
2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9344.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.8.1
2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.8
4.8.4805.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
2.0.50727.8984 & 3.0.30729.8980
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
2.0.50727.8984 & 3.0.30729.8980
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.8.1
2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5, =4.8.1
2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0

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 4.7.4144.0Patch KB5120699
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.8984 & 3.0.30729.8980 & 4.7.4144.0Patch KB5120418
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 4.7.4144.0Patch KB5120700
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 4.8.9344.0Patch KB5120711
  5. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9070 & 3.0.30729.9068 & 4.7.4144.0Patch KB5120698
  6. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.4805.0Patch KB5120701
  7. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9070 & 3.0.30729.9068 & 4.8.4805.0Patch KB5120703
  8. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 4.8.4805.0Patch KB5120702
  9. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 4.8.4805.0Patch KB5120706
  10. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9344.0Patch KB5120708
  11. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0Patch KB5120709
  12. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.4805.0Patch KB5120705
  13. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 4.8.4805.0Patch KB5120704
  14. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.8984 & 3.0.30729.8980Patch KB5120716
  15. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169Patch KB5120747
  16. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.8984 & 3.0.30729.8980Patch KB5120695
  17. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0Patch KB5120710
  18. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0Patch KB5120713
  19. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 2.0.50727.9183 & 3.0.30729.9169 & 4.8.9343.0Patch KB5120714

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·05:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:06 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-62872?

CVE-2026-62872 has a severity rating of high, with a score of 8.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-62872?

To fix CVE-2026-62872, ensure that you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for the .NET Framework.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-62872?

CVE-2026-62872 is classified as an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-62872?

CVE-2026-62872 affects authorized users of the Microsoft .NET Framework who could exploit the vulnerability to elevate their privileges over a network.

5

What impact does CVE-2026-62872 have on systems?

CVE-2026-62872 can allow an authorized attacker to gain higher privileges than intended, potentially compromising system security.

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