About this tag
The cve-2026-50488 tag covers reporting on a high-severity elevation-of-privilege vulnerability in the Windows Clipboard User Service. The flaw can allow a locally authenticated attacker with low-level privileges to gain higher privileges through command injection, potentially resulting in extensive system compromise. Microsoft addressed the issue on July 14, 2026, through cumulative updates for Windows 11 24H2, Windows 11 25H2, and Windows Server 2025. Coverage also identifies KB5101650 as the relevant fix and notes the vulnerability’s CVSS 3.1 score of 7.8. Use this archive to follow patch guidance and security details related to the issue.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    CVE-2026-50488: Install KB5101650 to Fix Windows 11 Privilege Escalation

    CVE-2026-50488 is a high-severity elevation-of-privilege vulnerability in the Windows Clipboard User Service that can let a locally authenticated attacker gain higher privileges through command injection. Microsoft patched the flaw on July 14, 2026, in cumulative updates for Windows 11 24H2...