CVE-2025-21304: Microsoft DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 14 2025(Updated: )
Microsoft DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.7699 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.14393.7699 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.6775 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.6775 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.5371 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.5371 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.7699 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.6775 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21304?
CVE-2025-21304 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow an attacker to elevate privileges on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21304?
To fix CVE-2025-21304, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows and Windows Server.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2025-21304?
CVE-2025-21304 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server, including 1607, 1809, 21H2, and 22H2.
Can CVE-2025-21304 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-21304 can potentially be exploited locally by a logged-in user to escalate privileges.
What products are identified in relation to CVE-2025-21304?
Products such as Windows 10 (various versions) and Windows Server 2016 and 2019 are identified as being vulnerable to CVE-2025-21304.
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