CVE-2026-69875: Windows NTFS Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows NTFS allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Other sources
Windows NTFS Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2954Patch KB5124012 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33438Patch KB5122871 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7725Patch KB5122878 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7725Patch KB5122878 - 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 10.0.26200.9445Patch KB5124008 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5622Patch KB5122882 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9245Patch KB5122876
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Which systems are in scope for this vulnerability?
The affected software listed is Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025.
What level of access does an attacker need?
An attacker must already be authorized, meaning they need low-level privileges before exploitation. The attack can be carried out over a network and requires user interaction.
What is the potential impact of successful exploitation?
Successful exploitation can elevate the attacker's privileges. The supplied severity vector indicates high impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.