CVE-2025-21275: Windows App Package Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 14 2025(Updated: )
Windows App Package Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| 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-2025-21275?
CVE-2025-21275 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21275?
To fix CVE-2025-21275, install the applicable security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2025-21275?
CVE-2025-21275 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2022, 2025.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-21275?
CVE-2025-21275 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
Can CVE-2025-21275 affect both desktop and server editions of Windows?
Yes, CVE-2025-21275 can affect both desktop versions like Windows 10 and Windows 11 and server editions like Windows Server 2022 and 2025.
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