CVE-2026-72945: Windows Task Scheduler Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Use of uninitialized resource in Windows Task Scheduler allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Other sources
Windows Task Scheduler Information Disclosure Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7582Patch KB5122880 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9512Patch KB5123099 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7725Patch KB5122878 - 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
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must already be authorized on the affected Windows system and must be able to execute actions locally. The provided data does not indicate that remote exploitation is possible.
What is the potential impact?
Successful exploitation can disclose information from an affected system. The supplied severity vector indicates high confidentiality impact, with no stated integrity or availability impact.
Which systems are identified as affected?
The affected software list includes Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, and Windows Server 2022.