CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedA race condition in the Windows Backup Engine allows authorized attackers to exploit improper synchronization of shared resources, 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 access and control.
CVE
CVE-2026-62908
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7
EPSS
0.15%
Windows
Original NVD Description
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Backup Engine allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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