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CVE-2026-59126

HIGH · CVSS 7 EPSS 0.19%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-11 · Last synced 2026-08-16

CyberRota Analysis

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A race condition in the Windows Event Logging Service allows authorized users to exploit improper synchronization, potentially leading to local privilege escalation. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to systems running Windows, particularly in environments where users have elevated access. Organizations using Windows should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate the risk of unauthorized privilege escalation.

CVE
CVE-2026-59126
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7
EPSS
0.19%
Windows

Original NVD Description

Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Event Logging Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

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