CVE-2026-56155Active Directory Federation Services Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

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A high-severity security flaw in Windows 10 Version 1607 from Microsoft. Attackers are actively exploiting it in the wild (listed by CISA on July 14, 2026). The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.3% (higher than 28% of all known vulnerabilities). Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.