CVE-2025-21327

Summary

CVE-2025-21327 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Windows Digital Media. This elevation of privilege issue allows attackers to gain higher system privileges by exploiting a flaw in the way Windows Media Player handles certain media files. Successful exploitation could result in the installation of unauthorized software, data theft, or unauthorized access to sensitive system information. Users are advised to apply the available Microsoft patch as soon as possible to mitigate this risk. Failure to do so may expose systems to potential attacks.

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