CVE-2026-96911

HighCVSS 7.8/10Last modified Oct 22, 2026

Description

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Microsoft Windows Search Component 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 22, 2026
NVD status
Analyzed

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CVE-2026-96911: High severity, CVSS 7.8 | Vulnix