cve 2026 24285

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CVE-2026-24285 is a Win32k elevation-of-privilege vulnerability that allows a local, authenticated user to escalate to full system privileges. The bug is a use-after-free flaw in the Win32k kernel surface. Microsoft has released a vendor patch, and defenders should treat the issue as high priority until every affected host is verified patched. Win32k is a kernel-mode component of Windows that implements core windowing and graphics operations. This tag covers discussion of the vulnerability, its impact, and patching guidance for Windows systems.

  1. CVE-2026-24285 Win32k Local EoP: Patch Now to Prevent Privilege Escalation

    Microsoft has publicly recorded CVE‑2026‑24285 as a Win32k elevation‑of‑privilege vulnerability that allows a local, authenticated user to escalate to full system privileges; Microsoft’s advisory entry and early aggregator reports indicate a use‑after‑free style bug in the Win32k kernel surface...
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