CVE-2026-45585

/// Technical description

Microsoft is aware of a security feature bypass vulnerability in Windows publicly referred to as "YellowKey". The proof of concept for this vulnerability has been made public violating coordinated vulnerability best practices.

We are issuing this CVE to provide mitigation guidance that can be implemented to protect against this vulnerability until the security update is made available.

Mitigation FAQs

Should I leverage the temporary mitigation?

Microsoft recommends that you consider implementing these mitigations if you are concerned your devices and data are at risk of being compromised or stolen. For example, if your organization’s employees take their work devices home or on business travel.

What impact to service availability/management could be caused by implementing the mitigations?

Implementing these mitigations will not impact service availability or management operations.

Do customers need to revert the changes made to mitigate the vulnerability once the security upd

/// Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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