CVE-2026-8069: PredatorSense V3: Local Privilege Escalation (LPE) vulnerability

Published May 8, 2026
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Updated

PredatorSense version 3.00.3136 to 3.00.3196 contain Local Privilege Escalation (LPE) vulnerability.The program exposes a Windows Named Pipe that uses a custom protocol to invoke internal functions. However, this Named Pipe is misconfigured, allowing any authenticated local user to execute arbitrary code with NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges and to delete arbitrary files with SYSTEM privileges. By leveraging this, an attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system with elevated privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Acer PredatorSense V3>=3.00.3136<=3.00.3196

Remediation

Information

Update to version 3.00.3198.

Event History

May 8, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:57 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:57 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Nov 17, 58336
Event
via FIRST·03:22 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-8069?

CVE-2026-8069 is classified as a Local Privilege Escalation vulnerability with a critical severity level.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-8069?

To fix CVE-2026-8069, you should update PredatorSense to the latest version beyond 3.00.3196.

3

Which versions of PredatorSense are affected by CVE-2026-8069?

CVE-2026-8069 affects PredatorSense versions 3.00.3136 to 3.00.3196.

4

Can CVE-2026-8069 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2026-8069 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-8069?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-8069 could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.

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