CVE-2025-59241 (GCVE-0-2025-59241)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5
Published
2025-10-14 17:01
Modified
2025-11-04 20:03
Severity ?
VLAI Severity ?
EPSS score ?
CWE
- CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
Summary
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Health and Optimized Experiences Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
References
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Impacted products
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| ► | Microsoft | Windows 11 Version 25H2 |
Version: 10.0.26200.0 < 10.0.26200.6899 |
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