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CVE-2026-42834

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Published: May 20, 2026Modified: Jul 23, 2026

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7.8
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitability: 1.8 / Impact: 5.9
Source: secure@microsoft.com (Secondary)

Description

Improper access control in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Affected (1)

Microsoft
1 product
Windows Admin Center
Configuration A
1 vulnerable
Vulnerable SoftwareAffected Versions
Windows Admin Center
Before 0.72.0.0

Related CWEs

CWE-59
Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.

References (1)

Source: secure@microsoft.com
Vendor Advisory

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