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HIGH · 8.8

CVE-2026-50398

Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Media allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Vulnerability Description

Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Media allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

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

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows 11 24H2< 10.0.26100.8875
MicrosoftWindows 11 25H2< 10.0.26200.8875
MicrosoftWindows 11 26H1< 10.0.28000.2269
MicrosoftWindows Server 2025< 10.0.26100.33158

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-362CWE-416

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-50398?

CVE-2026-50398 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Windows Media allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

How severe is CVE-2026-50398?

CVE-2026-50398 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-50398?

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.