CVE-2026-69445
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Path Traversal in Windows Compressed Folder

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-09

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Windows Compressed Folder allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

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Published
2026-09-08
Last Modified
2026-09-09
Generated
2026-09-09
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2026-09-09
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CVE-2026-69445

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microsoft windows_compressed_folder *

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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

This is a path traversal vulnerability in Windows Compressed Folder that allows an authorized local attacker to escalate privileges by manipulating file paths.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain higher system privileges, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functions.

Mitigation Strategies

Disable or uninstall the Windows Compressed Folder feature if not needed. Apply Microsoft security updates immediately to patch the path traversal flaw. Restrict user permissions to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive directories.

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