CVE-2026-42902

CVE-2026-42902

Improper authorization in Microsoft PowerToys allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Weakness classification (CWE)

CWE-285 — Improper Authorization

References

secure@microsoft.com

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-42902?: CVE-2026-42902 is a high-severity vulnerability, classified under Improper Authorization. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2026-06-09.
How severe is CVE-2026-42902?: High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.