CVE-2026-69606
HIGHCVSS 7/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2026-69606 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.7582 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.9445 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.9445 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2954 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.33438 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-69606Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-69606?
Use after free in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-69606?
CVE-2026-69606 has a CVSS score of 7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-69606?
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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