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CVE-2026-14961

MEDIUM · CVSS 6.2 EPSS 0.15%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-07-15 · Last synced 2026-08-14

CyberRota Analysis

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The Pegatron `Tdelo64.sys` driver exposes a privileged device interface that inadequately restricts access to sensitive IOCTL functionality, allowing local attackers to exploit this vulnerability. By crafting specific IOCTL requests, an attacker can perform arbitrary read and write operations in kernel memory, potentially leading to privilege escalation, security product bypass, and full system compromise. Organizations using affected systems should prioritize this vulnerability to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access and data breaches.

CVE
CVE-2026-14961
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
6.2
EPSS
0.15%

Original NVD Description

Pegatron `Tdelo64.sys` exposes a privileged device interface, `\\.\TdeIo`, that fails to properly restrict access to sensitive IOCTL functionality. The driver's IOCTL dispatcher does not validate caller privileges or verify user-supplied kernel memory addresses before performing memory operations. By sending crafted requests to IOCTL, a local attacker can achieve arbitrary kernel memory read and write operations, leading to privilege escalation to `NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM`, security product bypass, credential theft, or complete system compromise.