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HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2026-42896

Integer overflow or wraparound in Windows DWM Core Library allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Vulnerability Description

Integer overflow or wraparound in Windows DWM Core Library allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows 11 24H2< 10.0.26100.8457
MicrosoftWindows 11 25H2< 10.0.26200.8457
MicrosoftWindows 11 26H1< 10.0.28000.2113
MicrosoftWindows Server 2025< 10.0.26100.32860

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-122CWE-190

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-42896?

CVE-2026-42896 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Integer overflow or wraparound in Windows DWM Core Library allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

How severe is CVE-2026-42896?

CVE-2026-42896 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-42896?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft Windows 11 25H2, Microsoft Windows 11 26H1, Microsoft Windows Server 2025.