Windows
CVE-2026-20926
HIGH
Severity by source
AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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2DescriptionCVE.org
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 in Windows SMB Server (versions 10 22h2, 11 23h2, and 11 25h2) stems from improper synchronization of shared resources, allowing authenticated network attackers to elevate privileges. The race condition vulnerability requires specific timing conditions but carries high impact across confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch is currently available for this vulnerability.
Technical ContextAI
Classified as CWE-362 (Race Condition). Affects Windows 10 1607. Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows SMB Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
RemediationAI
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.
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Same weakness CWE-362 – Race Condition
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