CVE-2025-21414

Summary

CVE-2025-21414 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Windows Core Messaging. Hackers can exploit this Elevation of Privileges vulnerability to gain higher system access, potentially leading to significant security consequences. An attacker could send a specially crafted message to a targeted system, manipulating the Windows Core Messaging service to elevate their privileges. This issue can be exploited remotely, increasing the risk to organizations and individuals using unpatched Windows operating systems. It is recommended to install the latest security updates to mitigate this vulnerability and secure your systems against potential attacks.

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