How severe is CVE-2026-32080?

CVE-2026-32080 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-32080 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-32080?

CVE-2026-32080 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Server 2016. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-32080?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-32080 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-32080 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-22512.

When was CVE-2026-32080 published?

CVE-2026-32080 was published on 2026-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-32080

CVE-2026-32080 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Server 2016 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-416.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (12th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-22512
Weakness: CWE-416
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Published: 2026-04-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Use after free in Windows WalletService allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-32080?: Use after free in Windows WalletService allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-32080?: CVE-2026-32080 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-32080 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-32080?: CVE-2026-32080 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Server 2016. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-32080?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-32080 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-32080 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-22512.
When was CVE-2026-32080 published?: CVE-2026-32080 was published on 2026-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-32080

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2016:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2019:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2022_23h2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2025:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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