CVE-2026-56197

High

Description

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

SeverityHigh

CVSS8.8

Exploit probability—

Product

Microsoft Windows Admin Center

PublishedJul 14, 2026

First seenJul 14, 2026

Weakness typeCWE-77Command injection

How to fix

Update

microsoft windows_admin_center2606 or later

Patches

msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-56197

Affected products

Product	Affected versions	Fixed in
microsoft windows_admin_center	v < 2606	2606

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