CVE-2026-116596
Published Oct 26, 2026
Modified Oct 26, 2026
Description
Pyrus Sync for Windows contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by missing authorization controls in its PyrusSyncService Windows service, which allow an attacker with unprivileged access to create files using the ISyncService contract.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-116596? +
Pyrus Sync for Windows contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by missing authorization controls in its PyrusSyncService Windows service, which allow an attacker with unprivileged access to create files using the ISyncService contract.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-116596? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.