Deserialization Vulnerability in Windows System Image Manager by Microsoft
CVE-2026-25166
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 10 March 2026
What is CVE-2026-25166?
A deserialization vulnerability in the Windows System Image Manager enables an authorized attacker to execute arbitrary code locally. This may lead to unauthorized actions on the affected system, emphasizing the need for updates and patches to maintain system integrity.

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Affected Version(s)
Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8957
Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.8511
Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.7058
References
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