CVE-2026-32212
Improper Link Resolution in upnp.dll Leads to Local Information Disclosure
Publication date: 2026-04-14
Last updated on: 2026-04-20
Assigner: Microsoft Corporation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft | windows_server_2012 | r2 |
| microsoft | windows_server_2012 | * |
| microsoft | windows_10_1607 | to 10.0.14393.9060 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_1607 | to 10.0.14393.9060 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_1809 | to 10.0.17763.8644 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_1809 | to 10.0.17763.8644 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_21h2 | to 10.0.19044.7184 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_21h2 | to 10.0.19044.7184 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_21h2 | to 10.0.19044.7184 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_22h2 | to 10.0.19045.7184 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_22h2 | to 10.0.19045.7184 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_10_22h2 | to 10.0.19045.7184 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_23h2 | to 10.0.22631.6936 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_23h2 | to 10.0.22631.6936 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_24h2 | to 10.0.26100.8246 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_24h2 | to 10.0.26100.8246 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_25h2 | to 10.0.26200.8246 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_25h2 | to 10.0.26200.8246 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_26h1 | to 10.0.28000.1836 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_11_26h1 | to 10.0.28000.1836 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_server_2016 | to 10.0.14393.9060 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_server_2019 | to 10.0.17763.8644 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_server_2022 | to 10.0.20348.5020 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_server_2022_23h2 | to 10.0.25398.2274 (exc) |
| microsoft | windows_server_2025 | to 10.0.26100.32690 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-269 | The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor. |
| CWE-59 | The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability involves improper link resolution before file access in the Universal Plug and Play (upnp.dll) component. Specifically, it is a 'link following' issue that allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally on the affected system.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to local information disclosure by an authorized attacker. This means sensitive information could be exposed on the affected system without proper authorization, potentially compromising confidentiality.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
This vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally due to improper link resolution before file access in Universal Plug and Play (upnp.dll).
Information disclosure vulnerabilities can potentially impact compliance with standards and regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA, which require protection of sensitive data and personal information.
However, the provided information does not specify the exact nature or sensitivity of the disclosed information, nor does it detail the compliance implications directly.