CVE-2026-88216
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-88216 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Time-of-check time-of-use (toctou) race condition in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network..
Description
Time-of-check time-of-use (toctou) race condition in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | >= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9688 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9688 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | >= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9487 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9487 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | >= 10.0.20348.0, < 10.0.20348.5870 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33822 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33822 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-88216?
Time-of-check time-of-use (toctou) race condition in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-88216?
CVE-2026-88216 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-88216?
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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