CVE-2026-69528
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-69528 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Missing authentication for critical function in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally..
Description
Missing authentication for critical function in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 11 version 23H2 | >= 10.0.22631.0, < 10.0.22631.7582 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 23H2 | >= 10.0.22631.0, < 10.0.22631.7582 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 24H2 | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.9445 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 25H2 | >= 10.0.26200.0, < 10.0.26200.9445 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 version 26H1 | >= 10.0.28000.0, < 10.0.28000.2954 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33438 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33438 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-69528?
Missing authentication for critical function in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-69528?
CVE-2026-69528 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-69528?
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
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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