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CVE-2026-96951 Details
Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Windows Shell allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.
Metrics
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 Oct 8, 2026Exploitation: ActiveAutomatable: NoTechnical Impact: Total
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-96951 | CISA-ADP | US Government Resource |
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-96951 | [email protected] | PatchVendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Command Injection Vulnerability | Oct 13, 2026 | Oct 16, 2026 | Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-77 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| microsoft outlook web | All versions |
CPE
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| microsoft windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.9612 |
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| microsoft windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.9376 |
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| microsoft windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.7807 |
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| microsoft windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.7807 |
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| microsoft windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.7652 |
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| microsoft windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.9711 |
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| microsoft windows 11 25h2 | < 10.0.26200.9711 |
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| microsoft windows 11 26h1 | < 10.0.28000.3231 |
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| microsoft windows 11 26h2 | < 10.0.26300.9711 |
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| microsoft windows server 2012 | r2 |
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| microsoft windows server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.9612 |
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| microsoft windows server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.9376 |
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| microsoft windows server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.5761 |
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| microsoft windows server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.33650 |
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Change History
10 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 16, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 16, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 15, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Reanalysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 14, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 13, 2026 | CVE CISA KEV Update | Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) U.S. Civilian Government |
| Oct 13, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 13, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |