CVE-2026-62730
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Buffer Over-Read in Windows Wired AutoConfig Service

Publication date: 2026-08-11

Last updated on: 2026-08-11

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Buffer over-read in Windows Wired AutoConfig Service allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.

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Published
2026-08-11
Last Modified
2026-08-11
Generated
2026-08-11
AI Q&A
2026-08-11
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-62730
EUVD
EUVD-2026-56645

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microsoft wired_autoconfig_service *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-126 The product reads from a buffer using buffer access mechanisms such as indexes or pointers that reference memory locations after the targeted buffer.

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Executive Summary

This is a buffer over-read vulnerability in the Windows Wired AutoConfig Service. It allows an authorized attacker with local access to read beyond the intended buffer limits and disclose sensitive information from the system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access confidential data stored on your system, such as credentials or personal information, if they already have local access to your device.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft to patch the Windows Wired AutoConfig Service. Monitor Microsoft's update guide for patches related to CVE-2026-62730.

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