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uxtheme vulnerability
About this tag
The uxtheme vulnerability tag covers discussions about security flaws in the Windows UxTheme Library, specifically uxtheme.dll. The primary example is CVE-2026-45606, a denial-of-service vulnerability disclosed by Microsoft on June 9, 2026. This issue involves an out-of-bounds read that a local attacker with low privileges could exploit to disrupt service. With a CVSS score of 5.5 and an 'Important' rating, it highlights that even core visual components of Windows can contain security weaknesses. Topics include patch Tuesday fixes, the nature of the vulnerability, and its implications for system stability. The tag is relevant for users interested in Windows security updates and the lesser-known attack surfaces within the operating system.
Microsoft disclosed CVE-2026-45606 on June 9, 2026, as a denial-of-service vulnerability in the Windows UxTheme Library, uxtheme.dll, caused by an out-of-bounds read that a local authorized attacker could use to disrupt service. The score is not headline-grabbing: CVSS 5.5, “Important,” local...