Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Windows Ancillary Function Driver by Microsoft
CVE-2026-21238

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-2026-21238?

The Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock contains a flaw that enables an authorized attacker to elevate their privileges locally. This vulnerability arises from improper access control mechanisms that fail to adequately protect sensitive operations. Attackers exploiting this security flaw can gain elevated access within the affected system, leading to potential unauthorized actions. Users are urged to apply necessary patches to mitigate the 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:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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