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Microsoft Security Response CenterCVE-2026-85921

Windows Secure Kernel Mode Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

CriticalVendor CVSS 8.2 / 10 1 CVE Published Sep 14, 2026 at 7:00 AM UTC

Summary

Double free in Windows Secure Kernel Mode allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Products covered

  • Windows 11 version 26H1 for x64-based Systems

  • Windows 11 Version 26H1 for ARM64-based Systems

Remediation

Install KB5129194.

Vendor-listed fixes

  • 10.0.28000.2956

CVEs in this advisory 1

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