CVE-2026-69528: Windows Shell Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Missing authentication for critical function in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows Shell Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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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 10.0.22631.7582Patch KB5122880 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33438Patch KB5122871 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9445Patch KB5124008
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is exposed to this vulnerability?
Systems running Microsoft Windows 11 or Microsoft Windows Server 2025 are identified as affected. Exploitation is local, so the attacker must be able to execute actions on the target system.
What level of access does an attacker need?
The attacker must already be authorized and have low privileges on the affected Windows system. No user interaction is required.
What could a successful exploit allow?
A successful exploit could allow local elevation of privileges. The available severity vector indicates potential high impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.