Race Condition Vulnerability in Windows SMB Server by Microsoft
CVE-2026-20919
7.5HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 13 January 2026
What is CVE-2026-20919?
A race condition in the Windows SMB Server creates a security flaw through improper synchronization, allowing an authorized attacker to elevate their privileges over a network. This vulnerability poses significant risks, enabling potential unauthorized actions by impersonating users with elevated rights.

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Affected Version(s)
Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8783
Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.8276
Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.6809
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved