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CVE-2026-41288

Incorrect permission assignment for a resource in the patch management component of the WatchGuard Agent on Windows allows an authenticated

CVSS

7.8

High

EPSS

0.1%

p1

KEV

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Exploit Today

0

0-100

Published: May 6, 2026 · Last modified: Oct 26, 2026 · CWE-732

EPSS · 30d
0.1%EPSS · 30 days0.1%
2026-10-042026-10-31
Technical description

Incorrect permission assignment for a resource in the patch management component of the WatchGuard Agent on Windows allows an authenticated local user to elevate their privileges to NT AUTHORITY\\SYSTEM.

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