CVE-2026-88073: Windows Graphics Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Use after free in Windows Graphics Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows Graphics Kernel 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 10.0.28000.3231Patch KB5127646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7807Patch KB5126657 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26300.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33650Patch KB5126646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7652Patch KB5126653
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must already be authorized on the affected Windows system and have local access. The issue affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2025.
What level of access could exploitation provide?
Successful exploitation can elevate the attacker’s privileges locally. The supplied severity vector indicates potential high impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with scope changed.
Is user interaction required for exploitation?
No user interaction is required according to the supplied severity vector. Exploitation is rated as requiring low attack complexity and low privileges.