Command Injection Vulnerability in Windows Admin Center by Microsoft
CVE-2026-56197

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Admin Center
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-56197?

A command injection vulnerability exists in Windows Admin Center, where improper handling of special elements allows an authorized attacker to execute malicious code over a network. This can potentially lead to unauthorized access and control over affected systems, highlighting the importance of applying security patches promptly to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Admin Center 1809.0 < 2.7.4

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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