Windows 11 23h2
CVE-2026-20869
HIGH
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AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from Vendor (microsoft).
CVSS VectorVendor: microsoft
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2DescriptionCVE.org
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Local Session Manager (LSM) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
AnalysisAI
Local privilege escalation in Windows Local Session Manager (LSM) across Windows 11 23h2, Windows Server 2012, and 2019 stems from improper synchronization in shared resource handling, enabling authenticated attackers to elevate privileges on affected systems. The vulnerability requires local access and specific timing conditions to exploit, with no patch currently available. This affects systems running the impacted Windows and Server editions where authenticated users may achieve system-level privileges.
Technical ContextAI
Classified as CWE-362 (Race Condition). Affects Windows 10 1607. Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Local Session Manager (LSM) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
RemediationAI
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch.
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