CVE-2025-2296: Un-verified kernel bypass Secure Boot mechanism in direct boot mode

Published Dec 9, 2025
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Updated

EDK2 contains a vulnerability in BIOS where an attacker may cause “ Improper Input Validation” by local access. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could alter control flow in unexpected ways, potentially allowing arbitrary command execution and impacting Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.

Other sources

Un-verified kernel bypass Secure Boot mechanism in direct boot mode

— Microsoft

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
EDK2 EDK2
Microsoft cbl2 qemu 6.2.0-26
Microsoft azl3 qemu 8.2.0-25
Microsoft cbl2 edk2 20230301gitf80f052277c8-43
Microsoft cbl2 hvloader 1.0.1-14
Microsoft azl3 edk2 20240524git3e722403cd16-10

Event History

Dec 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·04:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Dec 17, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:05 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2296?

The severity of CVE-2025-2296 is considered high due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-2296?

To fix CVE-2025-2296, ensure that you upgrade to the latest version of EDK2 that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-2296?

CVE-2025-2296 is classified as an Improper Input Validation vulnerability.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-2296?

CVE-2025-2296 affects systems running vulnerable versions of EDK2 firmware.

5

What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2025-2296?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-2296 could lead to unauthorized control flow changes and compromise of system confidentiality.

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