CVE-2026-69718

HighCVSS 7.8/10Last modified Oct 23, 2026

Description

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Windows Update allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1 7.8/10CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness enumeration

CWE-77

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published: Oct 13, 2026
Last modified: Oct 23, 2026
NVD status: Analyzed

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