Monitor vulnerabilities like this one.
Sign up free to get alerted when software you use is affected.
7.0
Windows Shell Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
CVE-2026-26165
Summary
A security flaw in Windows Shell could let a malicious user gain more access to a computer than they should have. This could happen if an attacker knows how to exploit the issue. To protect your system, apply the latest Windows updates as soon as possible.
Original title
Use after free in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Original description
Use after free in Windows Shell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
nvd CVSS3.1
7.0
Vulnerability type
CWE-416
Use After Free
Published: 14 Apr 2026 · Updated: 15 Apr 2026 · First seen: 14 Apr 2026