Windows 11 24h2
CVE-2026-24283
HIGH
Severity by source
AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
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2DescriptionCVE.org
Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows File Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
AnalysisAI
Privilege escalation in Windows 11 (24h2, 26h1) and Windows Server 2022 (23h2) via heap overflow allows authenticated local users to gain system-level access. The vulnerability requires valid credentials but no user interaction, making it a direct path to complete system compromise. No patch is currently available.
Technical ContextAI
Classified as CWE-122 (Heap-based Buffer Overflow). Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows File Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
RemediationAI
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Enable ASLR, DEP/NX, and stack canaries where possible.
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Same weakness CWE-122 – Heap-based Buffer Overflow
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