Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
CVE-2026-96196
Summary
Improper privilege management in Windows Package Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Products covered
App Installer
Remediation
Release Notes
Vendor-listed fixes
1.29.279
CVEs in this advisory 1
Update history
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- Added fixed versions: 1.29.279.
- Removed fixed versions: 1.29.280.
- Added fixed versions: 1.29.280.
- Removed fixed versions: 1.30.80.
- The vendor changed its remediation guidance.
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