Product:
Desktop Window Manager
Summary
Use after free in Desktop Window Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. This vulnerability can lead to significant security risks if exploited. Attackers can gain higher privileges than intended, potentially compromising system integrity.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.8 | CVE-2026-27924 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system. By manipulating the Desktop Window Manager, the attacker can trigger the use after free condition, allowing them to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system resources.
Affected Products
- Desktop Window Manager: A component of Windows that manages the visual effects and desktop environment.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that their systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft. Regularly applying updates can help protect against known vulnerabilities and reduce the risk of exploitation.