CVE-2026-105729
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-105729 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted pointer dereference in SysInternals allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally..
Description
Untrusted pointer dereference in SysInternals allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Sysinternals Process Monitor | >= 1.0, < v4.04 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-105729?
Untrusted pointer dereference in SysInternals allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-105729?
CVE-2026-105729 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-105729?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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