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CVE-2026-54986

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 1.92%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-07-14 · Last synced 2026-08-13

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A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Windows Win32K allows authorized attackers to escalate their privileges locally, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive system resources. Organizations using affected Windows versions should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate the risk of exploitation, particularly those with environments that allow user-level access to untrusted applications.

CVE
CVE-2026-54986
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
1.92%
Windows

Original NVD Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Win32K allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

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