CVE-2026-96251
High
Description
Reliance on untrusted inputs in a security decision in Microsoft PowerShell allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Microsoft Powershell
PublishedOct 13, 2026
First seenOct 13, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-807CWE-807
How to fix
Update
- microsoft powershell7.4.21, 7.5.12, 7.6.7 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft powershell | 7.4 ≤ v < 7.4.21, 7.5 ≤ v < 7.5.12, 7.6 ≤ v < 7.6.7 | 7.4.21, 7.5.12, 7.6.7 |
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