CVE-2026-20932
Unknown Unknown - Not Provided
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
Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor in Windows File Explorer allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.
CVSS Scores
EPSS Scores
Probability:
Percentile:
Meta Information
Published
2026-01-13
Last Modified
2026-01-13
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-01-14
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-20932
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
microsoft windows_file_explorer *
Helpful Resources
Exploitability
CWE
CWE Icon
KEV
KEV Icon
CWE ID Description
CWE-200 The product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information.
Attack-Flow Graph
AI Quick Actions
Instant insights powered by AI
Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves the exposure of sensitive information through Windows File Explorer, where an authorized attacker can locally disclose information that should be protected from unauthorized access. [1]

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information on a local system, potentially compromising confidentiality and leading to information leakage. [1]

Chat Assistant
Ask questions about this CVE
Hi! I’m here to help you understand CVE-2026-20932. Ask me anything about the vulnerability, its impact, or mitigation strategies.
0/70
EPSS Chart