CVE-2026-85844
Windows Kerberos Elevation of Privilege vulnerability
MSRC advisory November 10, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- Microsoft MSRC
- CVE ID
- CVE-2026-85844
- Affected products
- Windows Kerberos Elevation of Privilege · Microsoft Windows Kerberos Elevation of Privilege · Microsoft
What happened
Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Windows Kerberos allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
What it means for your business
Windows Kerberos Elevation of Privilege vulnerability (CVE-2026-85844) was added to Microsoft’s security update guidance. Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Windows Kerberos allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network. If you need help checking exposure, call (864) 335-9223.
Sources
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