CVE-2026-69405
MEDIUMCVSS 5.7/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2026-69405 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Missing release of memory after effective lifetime in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to deny service over an adjacent network.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Missing release of memory after effective lifetime in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to deny service over an adjacent network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.5622 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.33438 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-69405Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-69405?
Missing release of memory after effective lifetime in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to deny service over an adjacent network.
How severe is CVE-2026-69405?
CVE-2026-69405 has a CVSS score of 5.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-69405?
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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