Medium severity4.4NVD Advisory· Published Sep 8, 2026· Updated Sep 8, 2026
CVE-2026-72980
CVE-2026-72980
Description
Uncontrolled search path element in Windows Hello allows an authorized attacker to bypass a security feature locally.
Affected products
1Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
1News mentions
1- Massive Microsoft Patch Tuesday September 2026 – 973 Vulnerabilities Fixed, Including 2 Zero-DaysCyber Security News · Sep 8, 2026