CVE-2026-96944: Windows Storage Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Insertion of sensitive information into externally-accessible file or directory in Windows Storage allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Other sources
Windows Storage Information Disclosure Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33650Patch KB5126646 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9711Patch KB5127648 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26300.9711Patch KB5127648 - 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 10.0.28000.3231Patch KB5127646
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker must already be authorized to access the affected system and must be able to act locally. The provided information does not indicate that remote exploitation is possible.
What is the likely impact if exploitation succeeds?
Successful exploitation can disclose sensitive information. The supplied impact information indicates confidentiality impact only; no integrity or availability impact is identified.
Which systems are identified as affected?
The listed affected software includes Microsoft Windows 11, Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Microsoft Windows Server 2025, and Microsoft Windows Storage.