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CVE-2026-24283 - Vulnerability Analysis

HighCVSS: 8.8

Last Updated: March 11, 2026

Windows File Server - Privilege Escalation

Published: March 10, 2026Updated: March 11, 2026

Overview

Windows File Server contains a heap-based buffer overflow caused by improper memory handling, letting authorized attackers elevate privileges locally, exploit requires local access with authorization.

Severity & Score

Severity: High

CVSS Score: 8.8

Impact

Authorized local attackers can elevate privileges, potentially gaining higher system access.

Mitigation

Update to the latest version with security patches.

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-24283

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Details

CVE ID: CVE-2026-24283
Severity: High
CVSS Score: 8.8
Type: buffer_overflow
Status: unconfirmed

CWE

CWE-122

CVSS Metrics

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