Microsoft Security Updates – 19 July 2026

The addressed vulnerabilities could allow the attacker to gain elevated privileges, obtain sensitive information, perform cross-site scripting attacks, or execute arbitrary code and gain access to the affected systems.

Sample of the addressed vulnerabilities:

1. Windows Terminal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2026-59117):

• CVSS: 7.5
• Attack Vector: Network
• Attack Complexity: High
• Privileges Required: None
• User Interaction: Required
• Consequences: Remote Code Execution

2. Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) Information Disclosure Vulnerability (CVE-2026-56171):

• CVSS: 7.1
• Attack Vector: Network
• Attack Complexity: Low
• Privileges Required: None
• User Interaction: Required
• Consequences: Obtain Information