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Vulnerabilities & PatchesEmerging1 sourceAug 24, 2026 · 05:00via Zero Day Initiative (Published)

ZDI-26-606: Microsoft Windows Compatibility Appraiser Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Brief

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Microsoft Windows. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code in the context of LOCAL SERVICE on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7. 0.

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