CVE-2026-27913 is an Important security feature bypass vulnerability in Windows BitLocker caused by improper input validation. The flaw allows an unauthorized attacker with local access to bypass a core platform protection enforced during system startup. Available reporting indicates the most significant consequence is bypass of Secure Boot, undermining the trusted boot chain that is intended to ensure only trusted and properly signed software executes during boot. Microsoft assessed exploitation as more likely, and the issue affects multiple supported Windows Server releases, including both full desktop and Server Core deployments.
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A Windows BitLocker security feature bypass vulnerability caused by improper input validation that allows a local unauthorized attacker to bypass Secure Boot and undermine device confidentiality and integrity.
A Windows BitLocker security feature bypass vulnerability caused by improper input validation.
A Windows BitLocker security feature bypass vulnerability.
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Every observed campaign linking this CVE to a named adversary.
Malware families riding this exploit, with evidence and IOCs.
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Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
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