CVE-2026-105009

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10

Last modified

CVE-2026-105009 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect default permissions in Windows Server Update Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally..

Description

Incorrect default permissions in Windows Server Update Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012>= 6.2.9200.0, < 6.2.9200.26434
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012 (Server Core installation)>= 6.2.9200.0, < 6.2.9200.26434
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012 R2>= 6.3.9600.0, < 6.3.9600.23470
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation)>= 6.3.9600.0, < 6.3.9600.23470
MicrosoftWindows Server 2016>= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9612
MicrosoftWindows Server 2016 (Server Core installation)>= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9612
MicrosoftWindows Server 2019>= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9376
MicrosoftWindows Server 2019 (Server Core installation)>= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9376
MicrosoftWindows Server 2022>= 10.0.20348.0, < 10.0.20348.5761
MicrosoftWindows Server 2025>= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33650
MicrosoftWindows Server 2025 (Server Core installation)>= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33650

References

Timeline

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Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-105009?
Incorrect default permissions in Windows Server Update Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-105009?
CVE-2026-105009 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-105009?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST