#VU123703 Incorrect permission assignment for critical resource in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2026-24291
Published: March 10, 2026 / Updated: April 1, 2026
Vulnerability identifier: #VU123703
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-24291
CWE-ID: CWE-732
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect permission assignment for critical resource in Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe). A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.