Protection Mechanism Failure in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2026-32202
Published: April 14, 2026 / Updated: April 28, 2026
Vulnerability identifier: #VU126074
CSH Severity: Medium
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-32202
CWE-ID: CWE-693
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild
Vendor: Microsoft
Affected software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Detailed vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient implementation of security measures in Windows Shell. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and view some sensitive information.
How to mitigate CVE-2026-32202
Install updates from vendor's website.