CVE-2026-53565: Local Privilege escalation allows a low-privileged user to gain SYSTEM privileges
Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in Citrix Secure Access Client for Windows, Citrix Citrix Endpoint Analysis Client for Windows.
This issue affects Secure Access Client for Windows: before 26.6.1.20; Citrix Endpoint Analysis Client for Windows: before 26. 5.1.7.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-53565?
The severity of CVE-2026-53565 is high, rated at 8.5 on the CVSS scale.
How do I fix CVE-2026-53565?
To fix CVE-2026-53565, update Citrix Secure Access Client for Windows to version 26.6.1.20 or later, and Citrix Endpoint Analysis Client for Windows to version 26.5.1.7 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-53565?
CVE-2026-53565 is categorized as an improper privilege management vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-53565?
Users of Citrix Secure Access Client for Windows and Citrix Endpoint Analysis Client for Windows prior to the specified versions are affected by CVE-2026-53565.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2026-53565?
An attacker can utilize CVE-2026-53565 to escalate privileges from a low-privileged user to SYSTEM privileges.