CVE-2025-24066: Kernel Streaming Service Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )
<p>Heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-24066?
CVE-2025-24066 has a critical severity level due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2025-24066?
To fix CVE-2025-24066, apply the latest security updates released by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2025-24066?
CVE-2025-24066 affects various versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server, particularly around the 1809, 21H2, and Server 2022 editions.
Who is at risk for CVE-2025-24066?
Authorized users on systems running vulnerable versions of Windows are at risk of exploitation from CVE-2025-24066.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-24066?
CVE-2025-24066 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers.
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