CVE-2026-83999

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Resilient File System (ReFS) Deduplication Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

  • Published Sep 8, 2026
  • CVSS 7.0 high
  • 0.3% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS)
  • A fix is available

Affected software

CVE-2026-83999 at the National Vulnerability Database