CVE-2026-40405 Details
Description
Null pointer dereference in Windows TCP/IP allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network.
A null pointer dereference vulnerability has been identified in the Windows TCP/IP stack. This issue allows an unauthorized attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition over the network. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of null pointers, which can be exploited to disrupt network services.
Users can apply the security update KB5089548 for Windows 11 and KB5087539 for Windows Server 2025. Instructions for downloading these updates are available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed May 12, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-40405 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-476 | NULL Pointer Dereference | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
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| microsoft windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.8390 |
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| microsoft windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.8390 |
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| microsoft windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.2113 |
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| microsoft windows server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.32772 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 15, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 12, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |