What is the severity of CVE-2023-21725?

CVE-2023-21725 is rated as a high severity elevation of privilege vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21725?

To fix CVE-2023-21725, ensure you have updated to the latest version of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-21725?

CVE-2023-21725 affects various versions of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool for both 32-bit and 64-bit platforms.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21725?

CVE-2023-21725 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that allows attackers to gain elevated access to system resources.

Who is the vendor for CVE-2023-21725?

The vendor for CVE-2023-21725 is Microsoft, which maintains the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

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CVE-2023-21725

medium

6.3

CWE

362 59

10/1/2023

1/1/2025

CVE-2023-21725: Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jan 10 2023(Updated: )

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool	<5.109
Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool		fix available externally
Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool		fix available externally

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Reference Links

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-21725 (Advisory)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21725?
CVE-2023-21725 is rated as a high severity elevation of privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21725?
To fix CVE-2023-21725, ensure you have updated to the latest version of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-21725?
CVE-2023-21725 affects various versions of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool for both 32-bit and 64-bit platforms.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21725?
CVE-2023-21725 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that allows attackers to gain elevated access to system resources.
Who is the vendor for CVE-2023-21725?
The vendor for CVE-2023-21725 is Microsoft, which maintains the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21725?
CVE-2023-21725 is rated as a high severity elevation of privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21725?
To fix CVE-2023-21725, ensure you have updated to the latest version of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-21725?
CVE-2023-21725 affects various versions of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool for both 32-bit and 64-bit platforms.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21725?
CVE-2023-21725 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that allows attackers to gain elevated access to system resources.
Who is the vendor for CVE-2023-21725?
The vendor for CVE-2023-21725 is Microsoft, which maintains the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.