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CVE-2026-42828 Microsoft CVE debrief

CVE-2026-42828 is a HIGH severity vulnerability in the Windows Projected File System Filter Driver. A buffer over-read issue exists that allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.8.

Vendor
Microsoft
Product
Windows 10 Version 1809
CVSS
HIGH 7.8
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-09
Original CVE updated
2026-06-10
Advisory published
2026-06-09
Advisory updated
2026-06-10

Who should care

Administrators and users of affected Microsoft Windows versions should prioritize patching this vulnerability to prevent local privilege escalation attacks.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by a buffer over-read in the Windows Projected File System Filter Driver. This allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) score is 7.8, indicating a HIGH severity level.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply patches from Microsoft as soon as possible.
  • Review and update vulnerability management processes to ensure timely patching of critical vulnerabilities.
  • Monitor systems for indicators of compromise related to this vulnerability.

Evidence notes

The CVE-2026-42828 vulnerability was published on 2026-06-09T17:17:08.860Z and modified on 2026-06-10T19:56:55.857Z. It affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows.

Official resources

CVE-2026-42828 was published on 2026-06-09T17:17:08.860Z and modified on 2026-06-10T19:56:55.857Z.