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CVE-2026-80074

8.8 · HIGH

Heap-based buffer overflow in Remote Desktop Client allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Published Sep 8, 2026microsoftCWE-122EPSS 0.82%

Overview

CVE-2026-80074 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft remote_desktop_client. It was published on September 8, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Remote Desktop Client allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update remote_desktop_client to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
microsoftremote_desktop_client>= 0, < 1.2.7279Affected

References

Refmsrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-80074

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-80074?

CVE-2026-80074 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft remote_desktop_client. It was published on September 8, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-80074?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-80074?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update remote_desktop_client to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-80074?

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