Microsoft Windows USB Print Driver Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing integer overflow or wraparound has been identified in the Windows USB Print Driver. This flaw enables an authorized attacker to locally elevate privileges. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Remediation

Users can apply the security update KB5055518 for Windows 10, KB5055528 for Windows 11, KB5055526 for Windows Server 2022, and KB5055523 for Windows Server 2025. These updates are available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.