CVE-2026-20965

High

Description

Improper verification of cryptographic signature in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductMicrosoft Windows Admin Center
PublishedJan 13, 2026
First seenJan 13, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-347CWE-347

How to fix

Update
  • microsoft windows_admin_center0.70.0.0 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
microsoft windows_admin_centerv < 0.70.0.00.70.0.0

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