CVE-2025-21405: Visual Studio Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 14 2025(Updated: )
Visual Studio Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | =17.12 | |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 | >=17.12.0<17.12.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21405?
CVE-2025-21405 has been rated as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Visual Studio 2022.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21405?
To fix CVE-2025-21405, update Visual Studio 2022 to version 17.12.4 or later.
Which versions of Visual Studio are affected by CVE-2025-21405?
CVE-2025-21405 affects Visual Studio 2022 versions between 17.12.0 and 17.12.4.
What is the impact of CVE-2025-21405?
The impact of CVE-2025-21405 allows an attacker to elevate privileges on the system.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2025-21405?
Yes, Microsoft has released a patch that resolves CVE-2025-21405 in the latest versions of Visual Studio 2022.
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