FAQ
What privileges could be gained by an attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability? An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain SYSTEM privileges.
MSRC compact vulnerability detail
CVE-2026-24287 · Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
External control of file name or path in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Signals
Windows Kernel
Elevation of Privilege
Exploited: No
Publicly disclosed: No
Exploitability: Exploitation Less Likely
CWE
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Resolved binary override
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Description
External control of file name or path in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
External control of file name or path in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.