CVE-2026

Api.Msrc.Microsoft • September 8, 2026

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Released: Sep 8, 2026

CWE-73: External Control of File Name or Path

CWE-522: Insufficiently Protected Credentials

CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor

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External control of file name or path in .NET allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

The following table provides an exploitability assessment for this vulnerability at the time of original publication.

What privileges could be gained by an attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability?

An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the privileges of the user account or service account running the affected process.

According to the CVSS metric, the attack complexity is high (AC:H). What does that mean for this vulnerability?

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability requires an attacker to win a race condition.

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Multiple CVEs Disclosed on September 8, 2026, Affecting Microsoft Products On September 8, 2026, multiple CVEs were disclosed affecting various Microsoft products, including SharePoint and Office. Key vulnerabilities include improper access controls, buffer overflows, and command injections, which could allow unauthorized code execution and information disclosure. CVE-2026-85880, noted for active exploitation, was added to CISA's KEV list on the same day. Other vulnerabilities, such as CVE-2026-69428 and CVE-2026-69621, also pose significant risks due to their potential for exploitation. Organizations using affected versions of Microsoft products are urged to apply patches immediately to mitigate risks. The vulnerabilities impact a range of systems, including SharePoint Server and Microsoft Office, and could lead to severe consequences if exploited. 927 sources 74

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CVE-2026

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