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
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 |
| 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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