CVE-2025-14492: RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Dec 23, 2025
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Updated

RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the SAS Core Service. The issue results from an exposed dangerous function. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-27668.

Affected Software

3 affected components
RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware
RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware
SUPERAntiSpyware SUPERAntiSpyware<10.0.1280

Event History

Dec 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:27 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·09:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-14492?

CVE-2025-14492 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-14492?

To fix CVE-2025-14492, update RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-14492?

CVE-2025-14492 affects installations of RealDefense SUPERAntiSpyware on local machines.

4

What type of attacks can CVE-2025-14492 facilitate?

CVE-2025-14492 can allow local attackers to escalate their privileges on affected systems.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-14492?

No known workaround exists for mitigating the effects of CVE-2025-14492 other than applying the available software updates.

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