Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in Windows NTFS by Microsoft
CVE-2026-62880

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:
11 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-62880?

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Windows NTFS could allow an authorized attacker to elevate their privileges locally. This could lead to unauthorized access to system functionalities and sensitive data if exploited. Users and administrators are encouraged to review their systems and apply the necessary patches to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.9418

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.9115

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.7663

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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