CVE-2026-21223
HIGH
2026-01-16
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7.1
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
None
Lifecycle Timeline
2
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
CVE Published
Jan 16, 2026 - 22:16 nvd
HIGH 7.1
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Description
Improper privilege management in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) allows an authorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
Analysis
Chromium-based Microsoft Edge contains a privilege management flaw that enables local authenticated users to circumvent security controls through improper access restrictions. An authorized attacker can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized capabilities on the affected system, though the specific security feature being bypassed is not detailed. …
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Remediation
Within 7 days: Identify all affected systems and apply vendor patches promptly. Monitor vendor channels for patch availability.
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Priority Score
36
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Medium
High
Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: +0.0
CVSS: +36
POC: 0
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