CVE-2026-50428
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2026-50428 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds read in Windows Container Isolation FS Filter Driver (unionfs.sys) allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds read in Windows Container Isolation FS Filter Driver (unionfs.sys) allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2269 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2525 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-50428Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-50428?
Out-of-bounds read in Windows Container Isolation FS Filter Driver (unionfs.sys) allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-50428?
CVE-2026-50428 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-50428?
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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