CVE-2026-96206
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2026-96206 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of uninitialized resource in Windows Subsystem for Linux allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use of uninitialized resource in Windows Subsystem for Linux allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Subsystem For Linux | < 3.0.1 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-96206Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-96206?
Use of uninitialized resource in Windows Subsystem for Linux allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-96206?
CVE-2026-96206 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-96206?
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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