CVE-2026-70223: Windows Console Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Use after free in Windows Console Driver allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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Windows Console Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26434Patch KB5126835 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9612Patch KB5126868 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23470Patch KB5126836 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33650Patch KB5126646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9376Patch KB5126651 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26300.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7807Patch KB5126657 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.3231Patch KB5127646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7652Patch KB5126653 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5761Patch KB5126655
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An authorized attacker with local access can exploit it. The provided data does not indicate that remote or unauthenticated attackers can trigger it.
What level of access is required before exploitation?
The attacker must already have low-level privileges on the affected system. User interaction is not required.
Which systems should be assessed?
Assess 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.
What could a successful exploit allow?
Successful exploitation could allow local privilege elevation and has high potential impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.