CVE-2026-69733
Untrusted search path in Windows Update allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
CVSS
7.8
High
EPSS
0.4%
p37
KEV
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Exploit Today
11
0-100
Published: Oct 13, 2026 · Last modified: Oct 13, 2026 · CWE-426
0.4%EPSS · 30 days0.4%
2026-10-142026-10-21
Untrusted search path in Windows Update allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
CVECVSSEPSSKEVRExploitTitleMod.
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——6Untrusted search path in Windows Setup Files Cleanup allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.6dCVE-2026-835067.8 HIG29.0%
——9Untrusted search path in Servicing Stack Updates allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.7d