Product:
Windows Management Services
Summary
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization leads to a race condition in Windows Management Services. This vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. The issue arises from inadequate synchronization mechanisms when accessing shared resources.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.8 | CVE-2026-20873 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker with local access must execute a specially crafted sequence of operations that takes advantage of the race condition. By manipulating the timing of these operations, the attacker can gain elevated privileges on the system, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code or access sensitive information.
Affected Products
- Windows Management Services: A service that provides management capabilities for Windows systems, which is affected by the race condition vulnerability.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Additionally, restricting local access to sensitive systems and monitoring for unusual activity can help reduce the risk of exploitation.