CVE-2026-96315: Windows Overlay Filter Tampering Vulnerability
Missing authorization in Windows Overlay Filter allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
Other sources
Windows Overlay Filter Tampering Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33650Patch KB5126646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26300.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7652Patch KB5126653 - 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 10.0.20348.5761Patch KB5126655 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9376Patch KB5126651 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9612Patch KB5126868
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must already be authorized on the affected system and able to act locally. The available data does not indicate that remote exploitation or user interaction is required.
What security impact does successful exploitation have?
Successful exploitation allows tampering, resulting in a high integrity impact. No confidentiality or availability impact is indicated.
Which systems should be reviewed?
Review Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025 systems. The provided information does not identify affected builds, update levels, or configuration-specific exposure.