CVE-2026-28728
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 0.10%
Last modified
CVE-2026-28728 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Local privilege escalation due to DLL hijacking vulnerability. The following products are affected: Acronis True Image (Windows) before build 42902.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Local privilege escalation due to DLL hijacking vulnerability. The following products are affected: Acronis True Image (Windows) before build 42902.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acronis | True Image | < 2026 |
References
- https://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-10401Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-28728?
Local privilege escalation due to DLL hijacking vulnerability. The following products are affected: Acronis True Image (Windows) before build 42902.
How severe is CVE-2026-28728?
CVE-2026-28728 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-28728?
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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