CVE-2026-16727: CWE-362: Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization (‘Race Condition’) in ASUS Armoury Crate
Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization (“Race Condition”) in ASUS Armoury Crate allows a local user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges via a crafted file replacement. Refer to the ' Security Update for ASUS Armoury Crate ' section on the ASUS Security Advisory for more information.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-16727 is a race condition vulnerability in ASUS Armoury Crate caused by improper synchronization when concurrently accessing shared resources. This flaw enables a local attacker with limited privileges to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges by replacing files in a crafted manner. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-362 and has a high severity rating. The CVSS vector indicates local attack vector, low attack complexity, and partial privileges required, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or remediation details are currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local user with limited privileges to escalate their privileges and execute arbitrary code with elevated rights on the affected system. This could compromise system integrity and confidentiality. There are no reports of active exploitation in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the ASUS Security Advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local user access and monitor for suspicious file replacement activities related to ASUS Armoury Crate. Follow vendor guidance once published.
CVE-2026-16727: CWE-362: Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization (‘Race Condition’) in ASUS Armoury Crate
Description
Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization (“Race Condition”) in ASUS Armoury Crate allows a local user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges via a crafted file replacement. Refer to the ' Security Update for ASUS Armoury Crate ' section on the ASUS Security Advisory for more information.
CVSS v4.0
Score 7.3high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-16727 is a race condition vulnerability in ASUS Armoury Crate caused by improper synchronization when concurrently accessing shared resources. This flaw enables a local attacker with limited privileges to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges by replacing files in a crafted manner. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-362 and has a high severity rating. The CVSS vector indicates local attack vector, low attack complexity, and partial privileges required, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or remediation details are currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local user with limited privileges to escalate their privileges and execute arbitrary code with elevated rights on the affected system. This could compromise system integrity and confidentiality. There are no reports of active exploitation in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the ASUS Security Advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local user access and monitor for suspicious file replacement activities related to ASUS Armoury Crate. Follow vendor guidance once published.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-479r-w7g7-fj9j
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-16727"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a6ae50c9c2644c7f897fc90
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 05:45:48 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 05:49:33 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 02:51:54 UTC
Views: 5
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