CVE-2026-40144
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CVE-2026-40144 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory-corruption vulnerability exists in a kernel-mode component of BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management (Windows deployments) prior to version 26.1.2. Insufficient validation of input processed by the component may result in memory being accessed outside its intended bounds.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory-corruption vulnerability exists in a kernel-mode component of BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management (Windows deployments) prior to version 26.1.2. Insufficient validation of input processed by the component may result in memory being accessed outside its intended bounds.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| BeyondTrust | Endpoint Privilege Management (Windows deployments) | < 26.1.2 |
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Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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