CVE-2025-26513: High severity SAN Host Utilities for Windows vulnerability
Published Aug 7, 2025
·Updated
The installer for SAN Host Utilities for Windows versions prior to 8.0 is susceptible to a vulnerability which when successfully exploited could allow a local user to escalate their privileges.
Affected Software
2 affected components
SAN Host Utilities for Windows<8.0
NetApp San Host Utilities Windows<8.0
Event History
Aug 7, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-26513?
CVE-2025-26513 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-26513?
The recommended fix for CVE-2025-26513 is to upgrade to SAN Host Utilities for Windows version 8.0 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-26513?
CVE-2025-26513 affects all installations of SAN Host Utilities for Windows versions prior to 8.0.
4
What can an attacker do by exploiting CVE-2025-26513?
An attacker who successfully exploits CVE-2025-26513 can escalate their privileges on the affected system.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-26513?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2025-26513; users should upgrade the software to mitigate the risk.