CVE-2026-61361
Windows DHCP Client Remote Code Execution vulnerability
MSRC advisory August 11, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- Microsoft MSRC
- CVE ID
- CVE-2026-61361
- Affected products
- Windows DHCP Client Remote Code Execution · Microsoft Windows DHCP Client Remote Code Execution · Microsoft
What happened
Use after free in Windows DHCP Client allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.
What it means for your business
Windows DHCP Client Remote Code Execution vulnerability (CVE-2026-61361) was added to Microsoft’s security update guidance. Use after free in Windows DHCP Client allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally. If you need help checking exposure, call (864) 335-9223.
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