CVE-2026-50682
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.89%
Last modified
CVE-2026-50682 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Out-of-bounds read in Windows Active Directory allows an authorized attacker to deny service over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Out-of-bounds read in Windows Active Directory allows an authorized attacker to deny service over a network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.7548 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.7548 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.8875 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.8875 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2269 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2525 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.5386 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.33158 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-50682Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-50682?
Out-of-bounds read in Windows Active Directory allows an authorized attacker to deny service over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-50682?
CVE-2026-50682 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-50682?
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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