CVE-2026-20838
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.63%
Last modified
CVE-2026-20838 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Generation of error message containing sensitive information in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Generation of error message containing sensitive information in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Metrics
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 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.4648 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.2092 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.32230 |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-20838?
Generation of error message containing sensitive information in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-20838?
CVE-2026-20838 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20838?
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
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