Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Windows Common Log File System Driver by Microsoft
CVE-2026-40407

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:
12 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-40407?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists within the Windows Common Log File System Driver. An authorized attacker could exploit this flaw to elevate their local privileges, potentially allowing unauthorized actions on the affected system. Microsoft has provided a patch to mitigate this risk, underscoring the importance of applying updates promptly.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.9140

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.8755

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.7291

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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