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Windows CVE-2026-20853

HIGH
Race Condition (CWE-362)
2026-01-13 secure@microsoft.com
7.4
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
High
Privileges Required
None
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 7.4

DescriptionNVD

Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows WalletService allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

AnalysisAI

Windows WalletService contains a race condition that permits local privilege escalation on Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems. An unauthenticated attacker with local access can exploit improper synchronization of shared resources to gain elevated privileges. …

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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-2026-20853 vulnerability details – vuln.today

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