Race Condition Vulnerability in Windows Kernel by Microsoft
CVE-2026-21231

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1607
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows 10 Version 21h2
Windows 10 Version 22h2
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 February 2026

What is CVE-2026-21231?

A race condition vulnerability in the Windows Kernel affects multiple versions of Windows, allowing authorized attackers to exploit improper synchronization of shared resources. This flaw can result in local privilege escalation, potentially granting unauthorized users additional permissions on compromised systems. System administrators are encouraged to apply the latest patches to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8868

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.8389

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.6937

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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