Windows CVE-2025-21391
HIGHCVSS VectorNVD
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
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4DescriptionNVD
Windows Storage Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
AnalysisAI
Windows Storage contains an elevation of privilege vulnerability through symlink following that allows authorized attackers to delete targeted files, enabling privilege escalation.
Technical ContextAI
The CWE-59 improper link resolution allows a local attacker to create symbolic links that redirect Windows Storage operations to delete files in privileged locations. By targeting specific system files, the attacker can create conditions for privilege escalation.
RemediationAI
Apply Microsoft security update. Monitor for suspicious symlink creation in user-writable directories.
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