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NVD HIGH: CVE-2026-66804 — Improper access control in Windows Cross Device Service allows an authorized att...

·Source: NIST NVD

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Executive Summary

Improper access control in Windows Cross Device Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Analysis

Improper access control in Windows Cross Device Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. CVSS Score: 7.8. Published: 2026-08-11T17:19:01.733.

Indicators of Compromise (1)

CVE (1)
CVE-2026-66804
NVDMITRE CVE
Source Attribution

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

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