CVE-2026-69499 – Windows Imaging Component Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

CVSS 8.8 IMPORTANT Critical - Same Day Deployment

“A malicious file can turn a simple open action into remote code execution, putting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected Windows systems at risk.”

CVE-2026-69499 is a Critical remote code execution vulnerability in the Windows Imaging Component caused by an integer overflow or wraparound. An unauthorized attacker can deliver a specially crafted file over a network, but a user must open that file to trigger remote code execution. The attack requires no prior privileges and has low attack complexity.

Key Details

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
Required
CWE Classification
CWE-190
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