CVE-2025-21206: Visual Studio Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Feb 11 2025(Updated: )
Visual Studio Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.8 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 (includes 16.0 - 16.10) | =16.11 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2017 (includes 15.0 - 15.8) | =15.9 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.10 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21206?
CVE-2025-21206 is classified as an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21206?
To remediate CVE-2025-21206, apply the latest updates for Visual Studio 2022, 2019, or 2017 as appropriate.
Which versions of Visual Studio are affected by CVE-2025-21206?
CVE-2025-21206 affects Visual Studio 2022 version 17.8, 17.10, and 17.12, as well as Visual Studio 2019 version 16.11 and Visual Studio 2017 version 15.9.
What products are impacted by CVE-2025-21206?
CVE-2025-21206 impacts Microsoft Visual Studio 2022, Visual Studio 2019, and Visual Studio 2017.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-21206?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2025-21206; updating to the patched versions is recommended.
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