Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Microsoft Surface
CVE-2026-48581
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 14 July 2026
What is CVE-2026-48581?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in Microsoft Surface devices can be exploited by an authorized attacker to gain higher-level access. This issue arises from insufficient granularity in access control mechanisms, potentially allowing malicious local users to execute unauthorized actions. It is crucial for users of affected Microsoft Surface models to implement recommended security measures and apply available patches promptly to safeguard their systems from exploitation.
Affected Version(s)
Microsoft Surface Go -
Microsoft Surface Hub -
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go -