CVE-2026-20819
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.55%
Last modified
CVE-2026-20819 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted pointer dereference in Windows Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) Enclave allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted pointer dereference in Windows Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) Enclave allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.6491 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.7623 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.7623 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-20819?
Untrusted pointer dereference in Windows Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) Enclave allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-20819?
CVE-2026-20819 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20819?
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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