CVE Catalog

CVE-2026-41096

Critical
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows DNS allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could remotely take control of the system, posing a serious security risk to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Windows to the latest version to patch this vulnerability.

Original NVD description (English source)

Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows DNS allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS