CVE-2026-65773
Received Received - Intake

Improper Access Control in Windows Kernel

Publication date: 2026-08-11

Last updated on: 2026-08-11

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Improper access control in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges 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-2026-65773
EUVD
EUVD-2026-56727

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microsoft windows_kernel *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-284 The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an improper access control issue in the Windows Kernel. It allows an authorized attacker with local access to elevate their privileges on the system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain higher-level permissions on your system, potentially allowing them to install programs, view or delete data, or create new accounts with full user rights.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Windows security updates from Microsoft Update to patch the improper access control in the Windows Kernel. Monitor Microsoft's security advisories for patches and verify installation on affected systems.

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