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HIGH · 8.8

CVE-2026-62872

Incorrect authorization in .NET Framework allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Vulnerability Description

Incorrect authorization in .NET Framework 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
Microsoft.Net Framework4.8.1
MicrosoftWindows 11 26H1-
MicrosoftWindows 10 1607-
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012-
MicrosoftWindows Server 2016-
MicrosoftWindows 10 21H2-
MicrosoftWindows 10 22H2-
MicrosoftWindows 11 23H2-
MicrosoftWindows 11 24H2-
MicrosoftWindows 11 25H2-
MicrosoftWindows Server 2022-
MicrosoftWindows Server 2025-
MicrosoftWindows 10 1809-
MicrosoftWindows Server 2019-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-863

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-62872?

CVE-2026-62872 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Incorrect authorization in .NET Framework allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

How severe is CVE-2026-62872?

CVE-2026-62872 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-2026-62872?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft .Net Framework, Microsoft Windows 11 26H1, Microsoft Windows 10 1607, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2016.