CVE-2026-55014
Full vulnerability record from the local CVENow database.
Description
Improper access control in Windows Remote Help Defense allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Severity
HIGH
CVSS score
7.8
(v3.1)
Vulnerability status
Analyzed
Source identifier
Published
2026-07-14 17:17:09.217000
Last modified
2026-10-24 21:10:00.130000
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"sourceIdentifier": "[email protected]",
"published": "2026-07-14T17:17:09.217",
"lastModified": "2026-10-24T21:10:00.130",
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}
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"affected": [
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"source": "[email protected]",
"affectedData": [
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"product": "Windows Remote Help",
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"attackVector": "LOCAL",
"attackComplexity": "LOW",
"privilegesRequired": "LOW",
"userInteraction": "NONE",
"scope": "UNCHANGED",
"confidentialityImpact": "HIGH",
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"source": "[email protected]",
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