CVE-2025-21373: Windows Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Feb 11 2025(Updated: )
Windows Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| =21H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =1607 | ||
| =1607 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =1809 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =1809 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21373?
CVE-2025-21373 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow elevation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21373?
To remediate CVE-2025-21373, users should apply the appropriate security update provided by Microsoft for their affected version of Windows.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2025-21373?
CVE-2025-21373 affects multiple Microsoft Windows platforms, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2025-21373?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-21373 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Is CVE-2025-21373 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2025-21373 is classified as a local vulnerability, requiring local access to exploit.
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