Intrusion PreventionMS.Windows.CVE-2026-21241.Privilege.Elevation
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Privilege Elevation vulnerability in Microsoft Windows.
The vulnerability is due to an error in the vulnerable application when handling a maliciously crafted application. Successful exploitation could result in the elevation of privilege within the context of the vulnerable system.
Affected Products
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 (Server Core installation)
Microsoft Windows Server 2025 (Server Core installation)
Microsoft Windows Server 2022, 23H2 Edition (Server Core installation)
Microsoft Windows Server 2025
Impact
Privilege Escalation: Attackers can leverage their privileges on vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-21241
Coverage
| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
Version Updates
| ID | 60121 |
| Created | Feb 10, 2026 |
| Updated | Feb 20, 2026 |
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| Risk |
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| Exploit Prediction Score | 0.03% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | Other |
| Profile Type | Permission/Privilege/Access Control |