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HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2026-44807

Use after free in Windows DWM Core Library allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Vulnerability Description

Use after free 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 26H1< 10.0.28000.2269

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-416

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-44807?

CVE-2026-44807 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Use after free in Windows DWM Core Library allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

How severe is CVE-2026-44807?

CVE-2026-44807 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-2026-44807?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 11 26H1.