CVE-2026-20965

Published Jan 13, 2026

Last updated 2 months ago

Overview

Description
Improper verification of cryptographic signature in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Source
secure@microsoft.com
NVD status
Analyzed
Products
windows_admin_center

Risk scores

CVSS 3.1

Type
Primary
Base score
7.5
Impact score
6
Exploitability score
0.8
Vector string
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Severity
HIGH

Weaknesses

secure@microsoft.com
CWE-347

Social media

Hype score
Not currently trending

Configurations

References

Sources include official advisories and independent security research.