1. Home
  2. CVE Database
  3. CVE-2026-56169
HIGH · 8.1

CVE-2026-56169

Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Vulnerability Description

Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

CVSS Score

8.1

HIGH

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

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows Admin Center>= 1809, < 2606

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-287

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-56169?

CVE-2026-56169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

How severe is CVE-2026-56169?

CVE-2026-56169 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-56169?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Admin Center.