CVE-2026-121669
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-121669 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Insufficiently protected credentials in Microsoft PowerShell Core allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network..
Description
Insufficiently protected credentials in Microsoft PowerShell Core allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | PowerShell 7.6 | >= 7.6.0, < 7.6.10 |
| Microsoft | PowerShell 7.7 | >= 1.0.0, < 7.7.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-121669?
Insufficiently protected credentials in Microsoft PowerShell Core allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-121669?
CVE-2026-121669 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-121669?
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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