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8.8
Windows Admin Center: Unauthorized network privilege escalation risk
CVE-2026-26119
Summary
An attacker with authorized access to Windows Admin Center can potentially gain elevated network privileges, allowing them to access sensitive areas of the network. This affects Windows Admin Center users who manage network devices remotely. To mitigate this risk, administrators should update to the latest version of Windows Admin Center and ensure all users follow best practices for authentication and access control.
What to do
No fix is available yet. Check with your software vendor for updates.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| microsoft | windows_admin_center | <= 2511 | – |
Original title
Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Original description
Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
nvd CVSS3.1
8.8
Vulnerability type
CWE-287
Improper Authentication
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-26119 Vendor Advisory Patch
Published: 17 Feb 2026 · Updated: 14 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026