CVE-2026-70194
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2026-70194 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper certificate validation in .NET Framework allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper certificate validation in .NET Framework allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | .NET 11.0 | >= 11.0.0, < 11.0.0-rc.2 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 version 17.14 | >= 17.14.0, < 17.14.42 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft Visual Studio 2026 version 18.10 | >= 18.10.0, < 18.10.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-70194?
Improper certificate validation in .NET Framework allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-70194?
CVE-2026-70194 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-70194?
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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