CVE-2026-32202 - Microsoft Windows Protection Mechanism Failure Vulnerability
Project:Microsoft
Product:Windows
Date Added:2026-04-28Due Date:2026-05-12
Vulnerability Name
Microsoft Windows Protection Mechanism Failure Vulnerability
Description
Microsoft Windows Shell contains a protection mechanism failure vulnerability that allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Additional Notes
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2026-32202
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-32202
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