Dotnet7: A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) in .NET 8, .NET 9, and .NET 10 when parsing specially crafted…
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) in .NET 8, .NET 9, and .NET 10 when parsing specially crafted XAML input. Successful exploitation allows arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability requires local access with user interaction. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability affects the Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) component of .NET versions 8, 9, and 10. It arises from improper handling of specially crafted XAML input, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user. The attack vector is local (AV:L), requires low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges (PR:N), but requires user interaction (UI:R). The scope is unchanged (S:U), and the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is high (C:H/I:H/A:H). No known exploits in the wild or patch information are currently available.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to full compromise of the affected system under the context of the current user, including unauthorized disclosure, modification, or destruction of data and disruption of system availability. The attack requires local access and user interaction, limiting remote exploitation possibilities.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid opening untrusted XAML files and limit local user access to trusted individuals. Monitor vendor communications for updates regarding patches or workarounds.
Dotnet7: A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) in .NET 8, .NET 9, and .NET 10 when parsing specially crafted…
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) in .NET 8, .NET 9, and .NET 10 when parsing specially crafted XAML input. Successful exploitation allows arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. The vulnerability requires local access with user interaction. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability affects the Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) component of .NET versions 8, 9, and 10. It arises from improper handling of specially crafted XAML input, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the current user. The attack vector is local (AV:L), requires low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges (PR:N), but requires user interaction (UI:R). The scope is unchanged (S:U), and the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is high (C:H/I:H/A:H). No known exploits in the wild or patch information are currently available.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to full compromise of the affected system under the context of the current user, including unauthorized disclosure, modification, or destruction of data and disruption of system availability. The attack requires local access and user interaction, limiting remote exploitation possibilities.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid opening untrusted XAML files and limit local user access to trusted individuals. Monitor vendor communications for updates regarding patches or workarounds.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- UBUNTU-CVE-2026-50646
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.0
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["Ubuntu:22.04:LTS"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a5e7a742a4a8d59899debe4
Added to database: 07/20/2026, 19:43:48 UTC
Last enriched: 07/20/2026, 20:57:11 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:24:48 UTC
Views: 8
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