Information Disclosure in Microsoft Windows Codecs Library
CVE-2026-57083

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1607
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows 10 Version 21h2
Windows 10 Version 22h2
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-57083?

A vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows Codecs Library arises from the use of uninitialized resources, which may be exploited by unauthorized attackers to disclose sensitive information locally. This issue underscores the importance of promptly applying security updates to mitigate risks associated with potential information leaks. Users and administrators should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to ensure their systems are secured.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.9339

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.9020

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.7548

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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