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CVE-2026-50438

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Published: Jul 14, 2026Modified: Jul 21, 2026

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Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitability: 2.0 / Impact: 6.0
Source: secure@microsoft.com (Secondary)

Description

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Microsoft PC Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Affected (1)

Microsoft
1 product
Pc Manager
Configuration A
1 vulnerable
Vulnerable SoftwareAffected Versions
Pc Manager
Before 3.22.1.0

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
PatchVendor Advisory

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