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NVD HIGH: CVE-2026-61358 — Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Access...

·Source: NIST NVD

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Executive Summary

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Analysis

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. CVSS Score: 7.8. Published: 2026-08-11T17:18:10.597.

Indicators of Compromise (1)

CVE (1)
CVE-2026-61358
NVDMITRE CVE
Source Attribution

Originally published by NIST NVD on Aug 11, 2026. Verified by: NIST.

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