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CVE-2026-18263

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.13% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-20 · Last synced 2026-09-18

CyberRota Analysis

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The vulnerability in the Parallels RAS Client RDP Backend Service allows local attackers to escalate privileges from low-privileged to SYSTEM level, enabling them to execute arbitrary code. This poses a significant risk to systems where an attacker has already gained access, as it could lead to full control over the affected installations. Organizations using Parallels RAS Client should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate potential exploitation.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

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CVE
CVE-2026-18263
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.13%

Original NVD Description

Parallels RAS Client RDP Backend Service Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels RAS Client. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the RAS RDP Backend Service. The issue results from an exposed dangerous function. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-28886.