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Zero to SYSTEM: Windows Error Reporting Flaw Forces Microsoft to Remove Feature

27 Mar 2026 news 🌍 North America

A severe flaw in Windows Error Reporting let attackers jump from user to SYSTEM privileges, forcing Microsoft to remove the vulnerable feature outright. Here’s how the bug worked, why it was so dangerous, and what defenders need to know.

#Windows Error Reporting | #Privilege Escalation | #SYSTEM Access

RegPwn: Inside the Windows Registry Flaw That Enabled SYSTEM-Level Attacks

18 Mar 2026 news 🌍 North America

A critical flaw known as RegPwn enabled attackers to escalate from low-privileged users to SYSTEM access on Windows by exploiting accessibility feature registry handling. Discover how researchers uncovered the bug, how it was exploited, and why patching is essential.

#RegPwn | #Windows vulnerability | #SYSTEM access