CVE-2026-69492: Windows Partition Management Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Partition Management Driver allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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Windows Partition Management Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must already be authorized to access the affected Windows system and exploit it locally. The provided information does not indicate that it can be exploited remotely or requires user interaction.
What is the likely impact of successful exploitation?
Successful exploitation allows local elevation of privilege. The supplied severity vector indicates high potential impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Which systems should be prioritized for review?
Review systems running the listed affected products: Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025.