CVE-2026-50523
High
Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft PowerShell allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Microsoft Powershell
PublishedAug 14, 2026
First seenAug 14, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-77Command injection
How to fix
Update
- microsoft powershell7.4.19.0, 7.5.10.0, 7.6.5 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft powershell | 7.4 ≤ v < 7.4.19.0, 7.5 ≤ v < 7.5.10.0, 7.6 ≤ v < 7.6.5 | 7.4.19.0, 7.5.10.0, 7.6.5 |
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