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CVE-2026-102195 Microsoft CVE debrief

The Windows Broadcast DVR User Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability, classified as CVE-2026-102195, is a high-severity issue that allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally due to a use-after-free vulnerability. This vulnerability affects Windows 11 deployments, particularly versions 23H2, 24H2, 25H2, 26H1, and 26H2. Defenders should assess exposure and apply patches to mitigate local privilege escalation risks. The CVE record was published on 2026-10-13T19:01:33.240Z and has not been modified since then. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7 and is considered HIGH severity. The source item and CVE record provide details on the vulnerability, including a

Vendor
Microsoft
Product
Windows 11 version 23H2
CVSS
HIGH 7
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-10-13
Original CVE updated
2026-10-14
Advisory published
2026-10-13
Advisory updated
2026-10-14

Who should care

Defenders responsible for Windows 11 deployments, particularly those using versions 23H2, 24H2, 25H2, 26H1, and 26H2, should assess exposure and apply patches to mitigate local privilege escalation risks.

Why it matters

CVE-2026-102195 is a high-severity elevation of privilege vulnerability in Windows Broadcast DVR User Service, allowing authorized attackers to escalate privileges locally. Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches for affected Windows 11 versions to mitigate local privilege escalation risks.

  • Local privilege escalation is possible for authorized attackers
  • Potential for lateral movement within compromised networks
  • Need for patching and verifying exposure in Windows 11 deployments
  • Possible impact on security monitoring and incident response

Technical summary

The Windows Broadcast DVR User Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally due to a use-after-free issue in the Windows Broadcast DVR User Service. This vulnerability affects Windows 11 versions 23H2, 24H2, 25H2, 26H1, and 26H2. Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches for affected Windows 11 versions to mitigate local privilege escalation risks. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7, indicating high severity.

Defensive priority

Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and applying patches for Windows 11 versions 23H2, 24H2, 25H2, 26H1, and 26H2, as well as assessing local privilege escalation risks.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Verify exposure by checking Windows 11 versions 23H2, 24H2, 25H2, 26H1, and 26H2 for updates
  • Apply patches from Microsoft for affected versions
  • Assess local privilege escalation risks in Windows 11 deployments
  • Monitor for potential exploitation attempts

Evidence notes

The CVE record and source item provide details on the Windows Broadcast DVR User Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability, including affected versions and references to vendor advisories.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-102195 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-102195

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-102195 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-102195

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

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