Vulnerability intelligence

CVE-2026-24293

Null pointer dereference in Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS Score

7.8

High

EPSS — Exploit Probability

0.5%

Riskier than 40% of all CVEs

Exploitation

Not in CISA KEV

No federal exploitation record

Remediation

Patch available

Vendor fix published

1 article across 1 outlet · first covered Apr 23, 2026 · latest Apr 23, 2026

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