Microsoft Windows Server Update Service Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over the network due to missing authentication for a critical function. This issue affects multiple Windows Server and Windows 10 versions.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation.

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 within the vulnerability reference.

Added: Jul 15, 2026, 6:37 AM
Updated: Jul 15, 2026, 6:37 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
0.0
impact
5.0
exploitability
6.6
remediation
0.0
relevance
9.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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