Microsoft · Windows · CVE-2026-24291
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Windows versions prior to March 10, 2026 Patch Tuesday
**Description**
An improper permission assignment within the Windows Accessibility Infrastructure (ATBroker.exe) allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. The issue stems from insecure registry permissions, enabling a local user to overwrite values and execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. This flaw, dubbed "RegPwn" (CVE-2026-24291), targets accessibility features like the On-Screen Keyboard and Narrator. The vulnerability was exploited in Red Team engagements since January 2025. Exploitation involves manipulating a writable registry key associated with accessibility features, swapping it with a symbolic link pointing to a restricted system registry location. This allows the attacker to write arbitrary values to protected areas, ultimately gaining SYSTEM-level access. The vulnerability affects Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2016/2019/2022.
**Recommendations**
Apply the March 10, 2026 Patch Tuesday update to address this vulnerability.