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CVE-2026-49796: Windows GDI+ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

highCVSS 7.8CVE-2026-49796
Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows GDI+ allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

CSIRTS triage

vendor: Microsoftproduct: Windows GDI+Remote code execution
What
Windows GDI+ has a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote code execution.
Who is affected
Unauthorized users targeting Windows GDI+ are affected.
Urgency
Remediation is urgent due to the high severity of the vulnerability.
Action
Apply the latest security updates for Windows.

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Details

Source
Microsoft Security Response Center (INTL · vendor-psirt · site)
Severity
high — CVSS 7.8
Published
2026-07-14
Exploitation
Not in CISA KEV at last sync

Original advisory: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-49796

Exploitation outlook

EPSS (FIRST.org) estimates each CVE’s probability of exploitation in the next 30 days — here is the CSIRTS.com read on those numbers.

Referenced CVEs

CVECSIRTS overviewExternal
CVE-2026-49796coverage & exploitation statusNVD · CVE.org

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Recent advisories for Windows GDI+ Remote

A cluster of recent advisories against the same product widens the attack surface — attackers routinely chain freshly published CVEs on one product, so review these together.

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