CVE-2025-21369: Microsoft Digest Authentication Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Feb 11 2025(Updated: )
Microsoft Digest Authentication Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21369?
CVE-2025-21369 has been classified with a high severity level due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21369?
To fix CVE-2025-21369, users should apply the appropriate security patches provided by Microsoft for their affected product.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2025-21369?
CVE-2025-21369 affects multiple Microsoft products including Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2022 among others.
What exploit techniques are associated with CVE-2025-21369?
CVE-2025-21369 is exploited through the Microsoft Digest Authentication process, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-21369?
While patches are the primary remedy, disabling Digest Authentication may serve as a temporary workaround until updates are applied.
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