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Windows CVE-2026-20839

MEDIUM
Improper Access Control (CWE-284)
2026-01-13 secure@microsoft.com
5.5
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
None
Availability
None

Lifecycle Timeline

2
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
CVE Published
Jan 13, 2026 - 18:16 nvd
MEDIUM 5.5

DescriptionNVD

Improper access control in Windows Client-Side Caching (CSC) Service allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally.

AnalysisAI

Information disclosure in Windows Client-Side Caching Service allows authenticated local users to read sensitive data on affected systems including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions. An attacker with valid credentials can exploit improper access controls to access cached information without additional user interaction. …

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RemediationAI

Within 30 days: Identify affected systems and apply vendor patches as part of regular patch cycle. Monitor vendor channels for patch availability.

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CVE-2026-20839 vulnerability details – vuln.today

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