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7.8
Windows Print Spooler Privilege Escalation Risk
CVE-2026-33101
Summary
An attacker with authorized access can exploit a weakness in Windows Print Spooler components to gain elevated privileges on a local system. This could allow them to perform actions they shouldn't be able to do, potentially compromising the security of the system. To protect your system, ensure all Windows updates are installed and consider implementing additional security measures as recommended by Microsoft.
Original title
Use after free in Windows Print Spooler Components allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Original description
Use after free in Windows Print Spooler Components allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
nvd CVSS3.1
7.8
Vulnerability type
CWE-416
Use After Free
Published: 14 Apr 2026 · Updated: 14 Apr 2026 · First seen: 14 Apr 2026