CVE-2026-70116
MEDIUMCVSS 4.2/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-70116 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Stack-based buffer overflow in Windows Resilient File System (ReFS) allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack..
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in Windows Resilient File System (ReFS) allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 24H2 | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.9711 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 25H2 | >= 10.0.26200.0, < 10.0.26200.9711 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 version 26H1 | >= 10.0.28000.0, < 10.0.28000.3231 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 26H2 | >= 10.0.26300.0, < 10.0.26300.9711 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33650 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33650 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-70116?
Stack-based buffer overflow in Windows Resilient File System (ReFS) allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack.
How severe is CVE-2026-70116?
CVE-2026-70116 has a CVSS score of 4.2/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-70116?
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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