Elevated Privileges Vulnerability in Windows Print Spooler Components by Microsoft
CVE-2026-33101

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 11 Version 24h2
Windows 11 Version 25h2
Windows 11 Version 26h1
Windows Server 2022, 23h2 Edition (server Core Installation)
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-33101?

A vulnerability in the Windows Print Spooler Components allows an authorized attacker to exploit the use after free scenario, leading to elevation of privileges within the affected system. By leveraging this flaw, local intruders can potentially gain higher access rights, enabling them to perform unauthorized actions or access restricted areas of the system. It is essential to apply the latest security updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 11 Version 24H2 ARM64-based Systems 10.0.26100.0 < 10.0.26100.32690

Windows 11 Version 25H2 ARM64-based Systems 10.0.26200.0 < 10.0.26200.8246

Windows 11 version 26H1 ARM64-based Systems 10.0.28000.0 < 10.0.28000.1836

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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