CVE-2026-56185
CVE-2026-56185 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Admin Center with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. 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-94.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (46th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Microsoft Windows Admin Center
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-56185?
- Improper authentication in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
- How severe is CVE-2026-56185?
- CVE-2026-56185 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2026-56185 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2026-56185?
- CVE-2026-56185 affects Microsoft Windows Admin Center. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-56185?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2026-56185 published?
- CVE-2026-56185 was published on 2026-07-14 and last updated on 2026-07-21.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:windows_admin_center:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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