CVE-2025-21235: Windows PrintWorkflowUserSvc Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 14 2025(Updated: )
Windows PrintWorkflowUserSvc Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19044.5371 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.5371 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.4751 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <10.0.22631.4751 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 Home Edition | <10.0.26100.2894 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.3091 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | <10.0.25398.1369 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | <10.0.26100.2894 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21235?
CVE-2025-21235 is classified as an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21235?
To address CVE-2025-21235, apply the latest patches from Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2025-21235?
CVE-2025-21235 affects multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025.
Can CVE-2025-21235 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-21235 requires local access for exploitation, thus making it less vulnerable to remote attacks.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-21235?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-21235 could allow attackers to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.
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