CVE-2026-20967

Name: CVE-2026-20967
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-03-10T18:18:05.987+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.06%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-20967 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper input validation in System Center Operations Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper input validation in System Center Operations Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.06%

60.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	System Center Operations Manager	2019
Microsoft	System Center Operations Manager	2022
Microsoft	System Center Operations Manager	2025

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-20967Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 10, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-20967?

Improper input validation in System Center Operations Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

How severe is CVE-2026-20967?

CVE-2026-20967 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-20967?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-20967?

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Source: NVD / NIST