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CVE-2026-68820

Microsoft Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2026Sources checked Sep 12, 2026
7.0HIGHCVSS out of 10
What this means

Actively exploited

CISA lists CVE-2026-68820 in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, which means exploitation has been observed. The entry applies to Microsoft Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock.

  • Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
CISA KEVListedObserved exploitation
EPSS6.2%Estimated 30-day exploitation probability
Ransomware useNot markedCISA KEV ransomware field
Threat actors1Source-linked actor relationships
Overview

What is CVE-2026-68820?

Use after free in Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.