CVE-2026-45657
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 15.48%
Last modified
CVE-2026-45657 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Windows Kernel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.. EPSS estimates a 15.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Windows Kernel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| 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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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-45657?
Use after free in Windows Kernel allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-45657?
CVE-2026-45657 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 15.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-45657?
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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