PatchTheCVECVE-2026-88159: Use after free in Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) allows an unauthorized attacker to ex
CVE-2026-88159 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Use after free in Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Why this priority
- High severity
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.4% (top 27%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-125 |
| Published | 2026-10-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-16 |
Last updated 2026-10-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-88159?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-88159 being exploited?
CVE-2026-88159 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-88159 affect?
CVE-2026-88159 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Use after free in Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How urgent is CVE-2026-88159?
Priority 54/100. High severity; On your watchlist