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CVE-2026-20816

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 2.39%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2026-01-13 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8. It affects Windows.

CVE
CVE-2026-20816
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
2.39%
Windows

Original NVD Description

Time-of-check time-of-use (toctou) race condition in Windows Installer allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

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