CVE-2026-41288
WatchGuard Agent on Windows Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Description
Incorrect permission assignment for a resource in the patch management component of the WatchGuard Agent on Windows allows an authenticated local user to elevate their privileges to NT AUTHORITY\\SYSTEM.
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CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:LAttack VectorLocal
AC:LAttack ComplexityLow
PR:LPrivileges RequiredLow
UI:NUser InteractionNone
Scope
S:UScopeUnchanged
Impact
C:HConfidentialityHigh
I:HIntegrityHigh
A:HAvailabilityHigh
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Exploitability
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1 technique Privilege Escalation
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Timeline
Published
May 6, 2026
Last Updated
May 11, 2026
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