CVE-2026-45641
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2026-45641 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Windows Hyper-V allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Windows Hyper-V allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.7417 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.7417 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.7219 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.8655 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.8655 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2269 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.5256 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.32995 |
References
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-45641?
Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Windows Hyper-V allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-45641?
CVE-2026-45641 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-45641?
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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