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CVE-2026-55012 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Defender caused by an integer overflow or wraparound condition. The flaw allows improper handling of numeric values during processing, which can lead to memory corruption and subsequent code execution. Microsoft classifies the issue as allowing an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally. Available reporting identifies it as one of two critical Microsoft Defender RCE vulnerabilities addressed in July 2026, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
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A critical remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Defender.
A critical remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Defender.
A remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Defender.
Query your assets running an affected version, and investigate the blast radius.
Every observed campaign linking this CVE to a named adversary.
Malware families riding this exploit, with evidence and IOCs.
YARA, Sigma, Snort, and vendor rules, auto-deployed to your SIEM.
Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
Community discussion across Reddit, Mastodon, and other social sources.