CVE-2026-69890: Windows Virtual Trusted Platform Module Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Use after free in Windows Virtual Trusted Platform Module allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows Virtual Trusted Platform Module 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 10.0.22631.7582Patch KB5122880 - 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 10.0.19045.7725Patch KB5122878 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33438Patch KB5122871 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5622Patch KB5122882 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7725Patch KB5122878 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9245Patch KB5122876
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is exposed to this issue?
Systems running the listed Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, or Windows Server 2025 products are in scope. Exploitation is local rather than network-based.
What access does an attacker need to exploit it?
The attacker must already be authorized on the affected system and have high privileges. No user interaction is required.
What could successful exploitation allow?
Successful exploitation can allow local elevation of privilege and has high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The scope change indicates the impact can extend beyond the initially compromised security authority.