CVE-2026-83834: Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Use after free in Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26300.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9612Patch KB5126868 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.3231Patch KB5127646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5761Patch KB5126655 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7652Patch KB5126653 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9711Patch KB5127648 - 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 10.0.19044.7807Patch KB5126657
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is exposed to this vulnerability?
Systems running the listed Microsoft Windows client or server products are in scope. Exploitation is local, so the attacker must already be able to run as an authorized user on the affected system.
What does an attacker need to exploit it?
The attacker needs local access and low-level privileges on the target. No user interaction is required, but the CVSS vector indicates high attack complexity.
What is the likely impact of successful exploitation?
Successful exploitation allows elevation of privilege. The supplied severity vector indicates high potential impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.