CVE-2026-116714 · Infrastructure
NO FIX YET
Windows AppX Deployment Service checks authorization incorrectly, so a user who already has a local account can elevate their privileges. An attacker who gets a foothold on the machine can gain higher rights, potentially full control of the system.
first public Nov 10, 2026 · 1 source
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Affects Windows machines where a local, authorized user can reach the AppX Deployment Service. The sources do not list affected Windows builds or configurations. Systems with only trusted single-user accounts carry lower practical risk.
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No fix yet, per the sources.
Incorrect authorization in Windows AppX Deployment Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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