CVE-2025-21420: Windows Disk Cleanup Tool Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Feb 11 2025(Updated: )
Windows Disk Cleanup Tool Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.20915 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1507 | <10.0.10240.20915 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.7785 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 x86 | <10.0.14393.7785 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.6893 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 1809 | <10.0.17763.6893 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 21h2 | <10.0.19044.5487 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 22h2 | <10.0.19045.5487 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 22h2 | <10.0.22621.4890 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 23h2 | <=10.0.22631.4890 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 Home Edition | <10.0.26100.3194 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | <10.0.14393.7785 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.6893 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.3207 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | <10.0.25398.1425 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | <10.0.26100.3194 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-21420?
CVE-2025-21420 has a severity rating of important, which indicates it could lead to elevation of privilege on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21420?
To fix CVE-2025-21420, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows products.
Which products are affected by CVE-2025-21420?
CVE-2025-21420 affects multiple Windows products including Windows 10, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, and Windows 11.
Can CVE-2025-21420 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-21420 requires local access to the system, hence it cannot be exploited remotely.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-21420?
CVE-2025-21420 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability, allowing attackers to gain higher privileges on the system.
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