CVE-2026-70245

HighCVSS 7.8/10Last modified Oct 16, 2026

Description

Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock 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-843

Affected software

Source: the vendor's advisory (CNA). NVD analysis pending.

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Oct 13, 2026
Last modified
Oct 16, 2026
NVD status
Undergoing Analysis

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CVE-2026-70245: High severity, CVSS 7.8 | Vulnix