CVE-2026-68896

Absolute path traversal in Microsoft Windows Search Component allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

  • Published Sep 8, 2026
  • CVSS 7.8 high
  • 0.4% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS)
  • A fix is available

Affected software

CVE-2026-68896 at the National Vulnerability Database