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CVE-2026-20860

Vulnerability data via CVEDB (Shodan)

CVSS v3.1
7.8
HIGH
EPSS percentile
94
Exploit Prediction Scoring System · top 6% of all CVEs
Description

Access of resource using incompatible type ('type confusion') in Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Timeline
Published 2026-01-13

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Known PoCs on GitHub (8)