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HIGH · 7.3

CVE-2026-59119

Incorrect default permissions in Microsoft PowerShell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Vulnerability Description

Incorrect default permissions in Microsoft PowerShell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS Score

7.3

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftPowershell>= 7.4, < 7.4.19.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-276

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-59119?

CVE-2026-59119 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). Incorrect default permissions in Microsoft PowerShell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

How severe is CVE-2026-59119?

CVE-2026-59119 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-59119?

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