cve 2026 20822

CVE-2026-20822 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Microsoft Graphics Component that allows an authenticated local user to elevate privileges on affected Windows hosts. This tag covers discussions and patch guidance for this specific security issue, including technical analysis of the vulnerability, affected Windows versions, and mitigation steps. Content focuses on understanding the exploit mechanism, applying Microsoft's official advisory, and securing systems against local privilege escalation attacks targeting the graphics stack.