CVE-2026-70586: Windows Paint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Paint allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Other sources
Windows Paint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23397Patch KB5123066 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33438Patch KB5122871 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9512Patch KB5123099 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26349Patch KB5123065 - 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 10.0.26200.9445Patch KB5124008 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7725Patch KB5122878 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9445Patch KB5124008 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7725Patch KB5122878 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9245Patch KB5122876 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5622Patch KB5122882
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an attacker need to exploit this vulnerability?
The attacker can initiate exploitation over a network without prior privileges, but user interaction is required. The provided data does not specify the exact interaction or delivery mechanism.
Which systems should be prioritized for remediation?
Systems running Windows Paint on the listed Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022, or 2025 platforms should be assessed. Successful exploitation can result in code execution with high impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.