Review reviewHigh

CVE-2026-56197

Microsoft Windows Admin Center, windows admin center

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.92%
56.3% percentile
CISA KEV
Not listed
Published
2026.07.15
PRIORITY ASSESSMENT

Review review

The CVSS severity warrants an early asset and exposure review.

Known exploitationNot established by KEV
Exploit probability0.92%
Technical severityCVSS 8.8

Vulnerability overview

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Windows Admin Center allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Affected product and versions

Product
Microsoft Windows Admin Center, windows admin center
Affected versions
>= 1809.0 < 2.7.4, < 2606
Fixed versions
2606

Recommended response sequence

Confirm exposure before applying a vendor-supported change.

Full remediation guide
  1. 1
    Identify

    Confirm that Microsoft Windows Admin Center, windows admin center and an affected version are present.

  2. 2
    Prioritize

    Combine exploitation signals with asset exposure and business criticality.

  3. 3
    Remediate

    Follow the vendor advisory or supported update path and preserve rollback options.

  4. 4
    Verify

    Recheck the version, service health, access paths, and relevant logs.

Technical data

CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE
CWE-77
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