CVE-2025-21204
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Apr 8, 2025
Updated: Apr 9, 2025
CWE ID 59
Summary
CVE-2025-21204 is a vulnerability affecting Windows Update Stack. It allows an attacker with authorized access to the system to elevate privileges by exploiting improper link resolution during the 'link following' process before file access. This issue can potentially enable local privilege escalation, posing a significant security risk. Windows users are advised to apply relevant patches to mitigate this vulnerability.
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Affected Products
- Microsoft Windows 10
- Microsoft Windows 11
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
- Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Affected Vendors
- Microsoft