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Microsoft fixes high-severity Paint vulnerability

  • Microsoft has fixed a high-severity vulnerability in Paint that could allow remote code execution.
  • The vulnerability could be exploited through crafted image files.
  • Security updates are delivered through the Microsoft Store, affecting some users temporarily.
  • Users should verify their Paint version and install the latest update as soon as it becomes available.
  • The vulnerability has been assigned CVE-2026-83844.
Microsoft fixes high-severity Paint vulnerability | Split Angle