CVE-2026-97790
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2026-97790 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Container Isolation FS Filter Driver (unionfs.sys) allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Container Isolation FS Filter Driver (unionfs.sys) allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.9711 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.9711 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.3231 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 26h2 | < 10.0.26300.9711 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.5761 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.33650 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-97790Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-97790?
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Container Isolation FS Filter Driver (unionfs.sys) allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-97790?
CVE-2026-97790 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-97790?
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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