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Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1

by Microsoft Corporationv4.8.1

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Do you want to run apps? The runtime includes everything you need to run existing apps/programs built with .NET Framework. Not necessarily to be confused with «Microsoft .NET Runtime».

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id Microsoft.DotNet.Framework.Runtime --exact --version 4.8.1

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1

Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 uses EXE. The silent install switches are /passive /AcceptEULA /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64)
NDP481-x86-x64-AllOS-ENU.exe /passive /AcceptEULA /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 →

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About

Do you want to run apps? The runtime includes everything you need to run existing apps/programs built with .NET Framework. Not necessarily to be confused with «Microsoft .NET Runtime».

Normally the runtime is installed by default with all x64 versions of Windows 11, and with x64 and x86 versions of Windows 10 22H2, which as of January 14, 2026 causes complications with the Winget verification process. Due to that, this package can by default only be installed on ARM64 devices, and users of x64/x86 versions of Windows 10 ≤21H2 cannot use this package even if they are still on Framework 4.8.0.

Installers · v4.8.1

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
x86EXE-Direct
x64EXE-Direct
arm64EXE-Direct
neutralEXE-Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

25 known CVEs via NVD

  • high7.8Fix availableCVE-2026-70354affects v4.8.1Aug 11, 2026

    Out-of-bounds write in .NET allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

    PatchVendor advisory
  • high7.8Fix availableCVE-2026-65810affects v3.5Aug 11, 2026

    Relative path traversal in .NET Framework allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

    PatchVendor advisory
  • high7.0Fix availableCVE-2026-62897affects v3.5Aug 11, 2026

    Integer overflow or wraparound in .NET Framework allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

    PatchVendor advisory
  • high8.8Fix availableCVE-2026-62872affects v4.8.1Aug 11, 2026

    Incorrect authorization in .NET Framework allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

    PatchVendor advisory
  • medium4.8Fix availableCVE-2025-55248affects v4.6.2Oct 14, 2025

    Inadequate encryption strength in .NET, .NET Framework, Visual Studio allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.

    Vendor advisory
  • high8.8Fix availableCVE-2025-21176affects v4.6Jan 14, 2025

    .NET, .NET Framework, and Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

    Vendor advisory
  • high7.5Fix availableCVE-2024-43484affects v4.7.2Oct 8, 2024

    .NET, .NET Framework, and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability

    PatchVendor advisory
  • high7.5Fix availableCVE-2024-43483affects v3.5Oct 8, 2024

    .NET, .NET Framework, and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability

    PatchVendor advisory
Showing 8 of 25. Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Microsoft.DotNet.Framework.Runtime --exact --version 4.8.1. winget downloads the installer from Microsoft Corporation and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Microsoft.DotNet.Framework.Runtime --exact 4.8.1 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.
What are the silent install switches for Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1?
Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 uses EXE. Run the downloaded installer with: NDP481-x86-x64-AllOS-ENU.exe /passive /AcceptEULA /norestart. The silent switches are /passive /AcceptEULA /norestart.
How do I uninstall Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id Microsoft.DotNet.Framework.Runtime --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1's Apps & Features entry.
Is Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 free?
Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 is distributed under Proprietary (Freeware). Refer to the publisher (https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet-framework/net481) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 work on Windows 10?
Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 directly from the publisher.
How do I keep Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id Microsoft.DotNet.Framework.Runtime --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of Microsoft .NET Framework Runtime 4.8.1 from microsoft/winget-pkgs.