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Windows CVE-2026-20848

HIGH
Race Condition (CWE-362)
2026-01-13 secure@microsoft.com
7.5
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS VectorNVD

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

Lifecycle Timeline

2
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
CVE Published
Jan 13, 2026 - 18:16 nvd
HIGH 7.5

DescriptionNVD

Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows SMB Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

AnalysisAI

Privilege escalation via race condition in Windows SMB Server affects Windows 10 21h2, Windows 11 25h2, and Windows Server 2022 23h2, allowing authenticated attackers to gain elevated privileges over the network. The vulnerability stems from improper synchronization when handling concurrent access to shared resources, and no patch is currently available. …

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RemediationAI

Within 7 days: Identify all affected systems and apply vendor patches promptly. Monitor vendor channels for patch availability.

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CVE-2026-20848 vulnerability details – vuln.today

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