Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Command Injection Vulnerability Leading to Remote Code Execution

Vulnerability

A command injection vulnerability has been identified in the Windows Snipping Tool. This issue allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally on the affected system. The vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in commands, which could be exploited to inject and execute malicious code.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for remote code execution on the affected system.

Remediation

Users can apply the security update provided by Microsoft to address this vulnerability. Instructions for downloading the security update are available on the Microsoft Update Catalog.

Added: Apr 14, 2026, 8:17 PM
Updated: Apr 14, 2026, 8:17 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
7.5
exploitability
4.2
remediation
0.0
relevance
5.9
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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