HIGH
CVE-2026-42913
CWE-362Published: June 9, 2026· Updated: Jun 9, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Remote Desktop Client allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-42913 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionRequired
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-42913 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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