Microsoft Graphics Component Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Date Oct 13, 2026
Type Patch Tuesday
Signal High-risk advisory
Vendor / Product Microsoft ยท Microsoft Graphics Component
CVE CVE-2026-100215
High-risk advisory CVE-2026-100215

Summary

Heap-based buffer overflow in Microsoft Graphics Component allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally. Published in October 2026 Security Updates. MSRC exploitability: Publicly Disclosed:No;Exploited:No;Latest Software Release:Exploitation Less Likely.

Why it matters

Microsoft published this item through its Security Update Guide, making it part of Patch Tuesday triage for affected Windows, cloud, or application estates. EPSS percentile: 40%.

Operator check

Review the Microsoft Security Update Guide entry for CVE-2026-100215. Confirm whether Microsoft Graphics Component is deployed, then apply the current security update or documented mitigation. CVSS score: 7.8. EPSS probability: 0.5%; percentile: 40%.

Sources

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