CVE-2026-96951Windows Shell Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability

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A high-severity command injection in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) from Microsoft. Attackers are actively exploiting it in the wild (listed by CISA on October 13, 2026). The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 9.8% (higher than 96% 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.