CVE-2025-24983: Windows Win32 Kernel Subsystem Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )
<p>Use after free in Windows Win32 Kernel Subsystem allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-24983?
CVE-2025-24983 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability in the Windows Win32 Kernel Subsystem that allows privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2025-24983?
To fix CVE-2025-24983, you need to apply the relevant patches provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2025-24983?
CVE-2025-24983 affects multiple versions including Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2012 among others.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-24983?
CVE-2025-24983 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to local privilege escalation.
Can an unauthorized attacker exploit CVE-2025-24983?
No, CVE-2025-24983 requires an authorized attacker to exploit the vulnerability for privilege elevation.
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