CVE-2026-42902
Microsoft PowerToys Elevation of Privilege vulnerability
MSRC advisory June 9, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- Microsoft MSRC
- CVE ID
- CVE-2026-42902
- Affected products
- Microsoft PowerToys Elevation of Privilege · Microsoft Microsoft PowerToys Elevation of Privilege · Microsoft
What happened
Improper authorization in Microsoft PowerToys allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
What it means for your business
Microsoft PowerToys Elevation of Privilege vulnerability (CVE-2026-42902) was added to Microsoft’s security update guidance. Improper authorization in Microsoft PowerToys allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. If you need help checking exposure, call (864) 335-9223.
Sources
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