Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
CVE-2026-96196
Summary
Improper authentication in Microsoft Authenticator allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Products covered
Microsoft Authenticator for Android
Remediation
Release Notes
Vendor-listed fixes
6.2606.4246
CVEs in this advisory 1
Update history
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- Added fixed versions: 6.2606.4246.
- Removed fixed versions: 16.3.0.
Updates
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