CVE-2026-41096 Details
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows DNS allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the Microsoft Windows DNS Client. This vulnerability allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code remotely over the network. The issue arises when the DNS Client improperly processes specially crafted DNS responses, leading to memory corruption that can be exploited to run arbitrary code on the affected system without authentication.
Users can apply the security update for this vulnerability, which is available through the Microsoft Update Catalog. Specific update details can be found in the Microsoft Knowledge Base articles KB5089548, KB5087420, KB5087541, and KB5087539.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed May 13, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-41096 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-122 | Heap-based Buffer Overflow | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
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| microsoft windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.7079 |
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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 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.2330 |
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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] |