EUVD-2026-56672
GHSA-wpxx-m2rj-6jqq
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AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Local vector confirmed; PR:L because any authenticated local user can plant symlinks; AC:L because Windows junction-based LPE is mechanically reliable; full CIA:H reflects SYSTEM-level file access.
Primary rating from Vendor (microsoft).
CVSS VectorVendor: microsoft
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3DescriptionCVE.org
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows DHCP Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
AnalysisAI
Local privilege escalation in the Windows DHCP Server service allows a low-privileged authenticated attacker to fully compromise system confidentiality, integrity, and availability through improper symbolic link handling (CWE-59). Affected deployments span Windows Server 2012 through 2025 and Windows 10 1607/1809. …
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| Exploitation | Exploitation requires an authenticated local user account (PR:L per CVSS vector) with the ability to create symbolic links or NTFS junction points on the target file system - a capability available by default to standard Windows users unless restricted by policy (e.g., SeCreateSymbolicLinkPrivilege is sometimes restricted). … Additional conditions and limiting factors are described in the full assessment. |
| Risk Assessment | The CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 with vector AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H reflects a high-confidence, low-friction local escalation. … Full risk analysis with EPSS, KEV, and SSVC signal comparison available after sign-in. |
| Exploit Scenario | Full exploit scenario with step-by-step reproduction available after sign-in. |
| Remediation | Apply the vendor-released Microsoft security update immediately. … Detailed patch versions, workarounds, and compensating controls in full report. |
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Within 24 hours, identify and inventory all Windows DHCP Servers and Windows 10 systems running versions 1607 and 1809 across the enterprise infrastructure. …
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