CVE-2026-69507: Microsoft Windows Search Component Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Insertion of sensitive information into externally-accessible file or directory in Microsoft Windows Search Component allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Other sources
Microsoft Windows Search Component Information Disclosure Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33438Patch KB5122871 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7582Patch KB5122880 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9445Patch KB5124008 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2954Patch KB5124012 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9445Patch KB5124008 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5622Patch KB5122882
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
The attacker must be authorized, meaning they need valid access to the affected system or environment. Exploitation also requires user interaction.
Can this be exploited remotely?
Yes. The vulnerability is described as allowing information disclosure over a network, and its attack vector is network-based.
What information could be exposed?
The issue can disclose sensitive information when it is inserted into an externally accessible file or directory. The available data does not identify the specific types of information involved.
Which platforms are identified as affected?
The affected software list includes Microsoft Windows 11, Microsoft Windows Server 2022, and Microsoft Windows Server 2025.