CVE-2026-45586

highCVSS 7.8covered by 1 sourcefirst seen 2026-06-09

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Collaborative Translation Framework allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CSIRTS triage

What: Improper link resolution before file access in Windows Collaborative Translation Framework allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Who is affected: Authorized users of Windows Collaborative Translation Framework.
Urgency: Remediation is urgent due to the high severity and potential for privilege escalation.
Action: Install the latest security patch for Windows.

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Exploitation outlook

Moderate exploitation risk3.0% 30-day exploitation probability. Patch within normal cadence, watch for KEV listing. Riskier than 86% of all EPSS-scored CVEs.

Advisory coverage (1)

highCVE-2026-45586: Windows Collaborative Translation Framework (CTFMON) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerabilitymsrc · 2026-06-09

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