Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver, allowing an authorized attacker to locally elevate privileges. This vulnerability affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server.

Impact

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

Remediation

Users can download the security update for this vulnerability via the Microsoft Update Catalog. Specific update details can be found in the Microsoft Knowledge Base articles linked in the update guide.

Added: May 12, 2026, 8:09 PM
Updated: May 12, 2026, 8:09 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
2.9
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.1
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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