Type Vulnerability
Insertion of sensitive information into log file in Aspire allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally
1 sourceCVE-2026-120792
At a glance
Low
30-day window, from the last update
None observed
Evidence-weighted, not popularity
Why Low
Low rather than Medium: UK relevance is 40 of 100, little UK-specific signal so far.
Briefing
- IT leaders should assess whether Aspire systems are affected and review log file security measures.
Questions to ask IT
- Are we affected by CVE-2026-120792, and which of our systems would be?
- If it is not yet patched, what mitigation is in place, and will the fix be done by 11 Dec?
Next steps
- Confirm whether this affects systems or suppliers in your estate
Vulnerability facts
Full CVE detail CVE-2026-120792- 7.3 · HighExploitable only with local access and a low-privilege account, but only if a user takes an action, such as opening a file or link. High impact on confidentiality; low on integrity and availability, and it can reach beyond the vulnerable system.CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:L
- Not listed
- Not linked from the CVE record
- The vulnerability involves the insertion of sensitive information into log files, potentially allowing local information disclosure.
- The event is associated with CVE-2026-120792, indicating a confirmed security identifier for this issue.
Next steps
- Review the advisory against your asset inventory and patch cadence
Summary
- A security vulnerability in Aspire allows an authorised attacker to disclose sensitive information through log files.
Read the original reportMicrosoft Security Update Guide RSS(opens in a new tab)
6 reports
Part of Microsoft security updates address multiple vulnerabilities in ASP.NET Core and .NET
- Missing authorization in Aspire allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network
- Inefficient algorithmic complexity in .NET allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network
- Inefficient algorithmic complexity in ASP.NET Core allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network
- Creation of temporary file in directory with insecure permissions in .NET Aspire allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally
Pulse
Last change 43m ago · Next recheck 12 Nov 2026, 18:03 UK time
- Story11 Nov 2026, 18:03 UK time · 43m ago
Linked reporting from Microsoft Security Update Guide RSS (vendor psirt).
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1 entry so far. The timeline chart appears once this story has more history.
Sources
CVE-2026-120792 Aspire Information Disclosure Vulnerability
How we know
Statements extracted from sources. Higher confidence means stronger corroboration.
- ClaimedHeadline60% confidence
Insertion of sensitive information into log file in Aspire allows an authorised attacker to disclose information locally
- ProbableSummary fact75% confidence
Updated the products listed in the Security Updates table.
- ConfirmedCVE identifier95% confidence
Event involves CVE-2026-120792