High severity8.1NVD Advisory· Published Sep 8, 2026· Updated Sep 8, 2026
CVE-2026-72981
CVE-2026-72981
Description
Use after free in IP Helper allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
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