CVE-2026-69768: CWE-122: Heap-based Buffer Overflow in Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607
Description
CVE-2026-69768 is a critical heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Windows RNDIS component affecting multiple versions of Microsoft Windows 10, including Version 1607. This flaw allows an unauthorized attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely over a network without user interaction or privileges. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a severe risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Microsoft has released official fixes for the affected versions.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
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Windows 10 Version 1607
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Windows 10 Version 1809
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Windows 10 Version 21H2
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Windows 10 Version 22H2
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Windows 11 version 23H2
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Windows 11 Version 23H2
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Windows 11 Version 24H2
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Windows 11 Version 25H2
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Windows 11 version 26H1
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Windows Server 2012
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Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation)
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Windows Server 2012 R2
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Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation)
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Windows Server 2016
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Windows Server 2016 (Server Core installation)
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Windows Server 2019
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Windows Server 2019 (Server Core installation)
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Windows Server 2022
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Windows Server 2025
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Windows Server 2025 (Server Core installation)
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-69768) is a heap-based buffer overflow in the Windows Remote Network Driver Interface Specification (RNDIS) component. It enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely by sending specially crafted network packets. The flaw affects multiple Windows 10 builds starting from 10.0.14393.0 up to but not including various patch levels (e.g., <10.0.14393.9512, <10.0.17763.9245, etc.). The vulnerability is rated critical with a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, reflecting its potential for remote code execution without privileges or user interaction. Microsoft has issued official patches to address this issue.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected Windows 10 systems, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Microsoft has released official fixes for all affected Windows 10 versions. It is strongly recommended to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft as soon as possible to remediate this vulnerability. No additional mitigation steps are indicated beyond applying the official patches.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- microsoft
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-03T22:46:09.552Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- official-fix
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-69768","vendor":"Microsoft"}]
Threat ID: 6aa04527acd9273b49fa98f6
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 17:25:59 UTC
Last enriched: 10/16/2026, 21:32:27 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 01:15:26 UTC
Views: 47
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