How severe is CVE-2026-50512?

CVE-2026-50512 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-50512 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-50512?

CVE-2026-50512 affects Microsoft Pc Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-50512?

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-2026-50512 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-50512 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-35771.

When was CVE-2026-50512 published?

CVE-2026-50512 was published on 2026-06-09 and last updated on 2026-07-23.

CVE-2026-50512

CVE-2026-50512 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Pc Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-306.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-35771
Weakness: CWE-306
Affected product: Microsoft Pc Manager
Published: 2026-06-09
Last modified: 2026-07-23

Description

Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft PC Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-50512?: Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft PC Manager allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-50512?: CVE-2026-50512 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-50512 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-50512?: CVE-2026-50512 affects Microsoft Pc Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-50512?: 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-2026-50512 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-50512 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-35771.
When was CVE-2026-50512 published?: CVE-2026-50512 was published on 2026-06-09 and last updated on 2026-07-23.

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-50512

Affected products (1)

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