SB2026031098 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Win32k



SB2026031098 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Win32k

Published: March 10, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026031098
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-24285)

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in Win32k. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.