Product:
Windows Routing and Remote Access Service
Summary
Integer overflow or wraparound in Windows Routing and Remote Access Service allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network. This vulnerability can lead to significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Attackers can exploit this flaw to gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary code.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 8.8 | CVE-2026-26111 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must send specially crafted packets to the affected service over the network. The low attack complexity means that the attacker does not need advanced skills to carry out the attack. Successful exploitation requires user interaction, making it necessary for the victim to engage with the malicious content.
Affected Products
- Windows Routing and Remote Access Service: A service that allows remote access to a network, which is vulnerable to code execution due to integer overflow.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Users should also ensure that their systems are configured to limit exposure to untrusted networks and implement network segmentation where possible.