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CVE-2026-20941

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Host Process for Windows Tasks allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

  • Published: Jan 13, 2026
  • Updated: Jan 14, 2026
  • CVE: CVE-2026-20941
  • Severity: High
  • Exploit:

CVSS v3:

  • Severity: High
  • Score: 7.8
  • AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

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