CVE-2026-85849

HighCVSS 7.8/10Last modified Oct 29, 2026

Description

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows AppX Deployment Service 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-59

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Oct 13, 2026
Last modified
Oct 29, 2026
NVD status
Analyzed

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CVE-2026-85849: High severity, CVSS 7.8 | Vulnix