How severe is CVE-2026-40145?

CVE-2026-40145 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2026-40145 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-40145?

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.

When was CVE-2026-40145 published?

CVE-2026-40145 was published on 2026-08-17 and last updated on 2026-08-18.

CVE-2026-40145

CVE-2026-40145 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.1. 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-1220.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (1st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-1220
Published: 2026-08-17
Last modified: 2026-08-18

Description

A vulnerability exists in the interaction between a Endpoint Privilege Management (Windows Deployment) support utility and the agent's tamper protection controls. Under certain conditions, the protections applied to the utility process may not be enforced as intended.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-40145?: A vulnerability exists in the interaction between a Endpoint Privilege Management (Windows Deployment) support utility and the agent's tamper protection controls. Under certain conditions, the protections applied to the utility process may not be enforced as intended.
How severe is CVE-2026-40145?: CVE-2026-40145 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2026-40145 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-40145?: 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.
When was CVE-2026-40145 published?: CVE-2026-40145 was published on 2026-08-17 and last updated on 2026-08-18.

References

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