Product:
Windows Bluetooth RFCOM Protocol Driver
Summary
A race condition in the Windows Bluetooth RFCOM Protocol Driver allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. This vulnerability arises from concurrent execution using a shared resource with improper synchronization. If exploited, it can lead to significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7 | CVE-2026-23671 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system and be able to execute code. By taking advantage of the race condition, the attacker can manipulate the shared resource to gain elevated privileges, potentially allowing them to perform unauthorized actions on the system.
Affected Products
- Windows Bluetooth RFCOM Protocol Driver: Vulnerable to privilege escalation due to improper synchronization in concurrent execution.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Regularly updating systems and monitoring for unusual activity can also help reduce the risk of exploitation.