CVE-2026-68893: Remote Desktop Licensing Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Remote Desktop Licensing Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Other sources
Use after free in Windows Remote Desktop Licensing Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23397Patch KB5123066 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9512Patch KB5123099 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26349Patch KB5123065 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5622Patch KB5122882 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33438Patch KB5122871 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9245Patch KB5122876
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of access does an attacker need before attempting exploitation?
The attacker must already be authorized and have low-level privileges. Exploitation is performed over the network.
Is user interaction required for exploitation?
Yes. The CVSS vector indicates that user interaction is required.
Which systems are listed as affected?
The affected software list includes Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025.
What could a successful exploit allow?
A successful exploit could elevate the attacker’s privileges and has high potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.