SB2026041621 - Microsoft update for Git for Windows



SB2026041621 - Microsoft update for Git for Windows

Published: April 16, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026041621
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Exposure of Private Information ('Privacy Violation') (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-32631)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to exposure of private information in Git for Windows. A remote attacker can cause leak of NTLM hashes to arbitrary servers.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.