CVE-2025-26645: Remote Desktop Client Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )
<p>Relative path traversal in Remote Desktop Client allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows App Client for Windows Desktop | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Desktop Runtime | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| =1809 | ||
| =1809 | ||
| =1607 | ||
| =1607 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
| =21H2 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-26645?
CVE-2025-26645 has a critical severity level, indicating a high risk of exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2025-26645?
To fix CVE-2025-26645, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected products.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-26645?
CVE-2025-26645 affects multiple versions of Windows Server and Windows operating systems, including Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Can CVE-2025-26645 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2025-26645 allows unauthorized attackers to execute code remotely on affected systems.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-26645 until I can apply the patch?
There are currently no recommended workarounds available for CVE-2025-26645, so patching is essential.
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