CVE-2025-26684
MEDIUMCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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2Description
External control of file name or path in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Analysis
External control of file name or path in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.7), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Technical Context
This vulnerability is classified under CWE-73. External control of file name or path in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. Affected products include: Microsoft Defender For Endpoint.
Affected Products
Microsoft Defender For Endpoint.
Remediation
No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Apply vendor patches when available. Implement network segmentation and monitoring as interim mitigations.
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