Race Condition Vulnerability in Windows Wireless Networking by Microsoft
CVE-2026-58628

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows 10 Version 21h2
Windows 10 Version 22h2
Windows 11 Version 24h2
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-58628?

A race condition in Windows Wireless Networking can potentially allow an authorized user to manipulate shared resources improperly, leading to local privilege escalation. This vulnerability highlights a critical aspect of system security, where improper synchronization can be exploited to gain unauthorized access to system functionalities. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and provided a patch to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability. Users are encouraged to apply the security updates available to ensure their systems remain protected.

Affected Version(s)

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

Windows 10 Version 22H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19045.0 < 10.0.19045.7548

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:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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