CVE-2025-24062: Microsoft DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 08 2025(Updated: )
<p>Improper input validation in Windows DWM Core Library allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =22H2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-24062?
CVE-2025-24062 has a high severity, allowing local attackers to elevate their privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2025-24062?
To fix CVE-2025-24062, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which products are affected by CVE-2025-24062?
CVE-2025-24062 affects multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11 as well as Windows Server products.
Can CVE-2025-24062 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2025-24062 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2025-24062?
Yes, Microsoft has released patches for CVE-2025-24062 that should be applied to the affected systems.
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