CVE-2026-69288

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Use of Uninitialized Resource in Windows GDI+ Discloses Information

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-24

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description

Use of uninitialized resource in Windows GDI+ allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.

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Published

2026-09-08

Last Modified

2026-09-24

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-10

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-69288

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
microsoft	gdi_plus	*

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-908	The product uses or accesses a resource that has not been initialized.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves the use of an uninitialized resource in Windows GDI+. An authorized attacker can exploit this to disclose information locally on the affected system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with local access could potentially read sensitive information from memory, leading to unauthorized data disclosure. The impact is limited to information exposure and does not allow code execution or system compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, which may violate GDPR or HIPAA requirements for protecting personal or health information. Organizations must address it to maintain compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft to patch the Windows GDI+ component. Ensure all systems are updated to the latest version to prevent exploitation.

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