Out-of-bounds read in Microsoft Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2026-96086

Vulnerability details

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker on the local network to cause a denial of service in Windows WLAN Service.

The vulnerability exists due to an out-of-bounds read in Windows WLAN Service when processing network input. A remote attacker on the local network can supply crafted input over an adjacent network to trigger a read beyond valid memory boundaries and cause a denial of service.

Affected software

How to mitigate CVE-2026-96086

External References

• https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2026-96086
• https://support.microsoft.com/help/5131096

Related Security Bulletins

• Multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows