CVE-2026-20823
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Information Disclosure in Windows File Explorer Allows Local Data Exposure
Publication date: 2026-01-13
Last updated on: 2026-01-13
Assigner: Microsoft Corporation
Description
Description
Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor in Windows File Explorer allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft | windows_file_explorer | * |
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Exploitability
CWE
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| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-200 | The product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability involves the exposure of sensitive information through Windows File Explorer, allowing an authorized attacker to disclose information locally to an unauthorized actor. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to information disclosure, where sensitive data may be accessed by unauthorized actors locally, potentially compromising confidentiality. [1]
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