CVE-2026-55013

High

Description

Uncontrolled search path element in Windows Remote Help Defense allows an authorized attacker to perform spoofing locally.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.1
Exploit probability—
ProductMicrosoft Remote Help
PublishedAug 20, 2026
First seenAug 20, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-427CWE-427

How to fix

Update
  • microsoft remote_help5.2.1040.0 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
microsoft remote_helpv < 5.2.1040.05.2.1040.0

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CVE-2026-55013 · Microsoft Remote Help · Dark Radar