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CVE-2026-50507 Microsoft CVE debrief

CVE-2026-50507 is a protection mechanism failure in Windows BitLocker that allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.8 and a severity of MEDIUM. It was published on 2026-06-09T17:17:49.857Z and modified on 2026-06-10T16:33:09.777Z.

Vendor
Microsoft
Product
Windows 10 Version 1607
CVSS
MEDIUM 6.8
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 Windows BitLocker should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions to prevent exploitation.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by a protection mechanism failure in Windows BitLocker, which allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature with a physical attack. The CVSS vector is CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply patches or updates from Microsoft as soon as possible.
  • Use secure protocols for BitLocker, such as using a PIN or password.
  • Monitor BitLocker for suspicious activity.

Evidence notes

The vulnerability is confirmed by Microsoft and has been assigned a CVE ID.

Official resources

CVE-2026-50507 was published on 2026-06-09T17:17:49.857Z and modified on 2026-06-10T16:33:09.777Z.