CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedA race condition vulnerability in the Windows Win32K component allows authorized attackers to exploit improper synchronization of shared resources, leading to potential local privilege escalation. This could enable attackers to gain elevated permissions on affected systems, compromising security and control. Organizations using Windows should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access and system manipulation.
CVE
CVE-2026-54112
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.15%
Windows
Original NVD Description
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Win32K allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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