CVE-2026-26179: Double free in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Description

Double free in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Exploitation Probability (EPSS): Low — 0.06% (19th percentile)

Low exploitation probability based on current threat landscape data. Standard patching timeline is appropriate.

High CVSS score indicates significant risk — exploitation could lead to substantial data exposure or system compromise.

This analysis is generated by Ghostwire from NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS, and open-source intelligence data. Verify findings through primary sources before acting.

CVE-2026-26179: Double free in Windows Kernel allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Description

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

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