CVE-2026-83681
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2026-83681 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Weak authentication in Microsoft PowerToys allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Weak authentication in Microsoft PowerToys allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Microsoft PowerToys | >= 0.1, < 0.102.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-83681?
Weak authentication in Microsoft PowerToys allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-83681?
CVE-2026-83681 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-83681?
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
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