CVE-2025-29812: DirectX Graphics Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue Apr 08 2025(Updated: )
<p>Untrusted pointer dereference in Windows Kernel Memory 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 2022 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =24H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =23H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
| =22H2 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-29812?
CVE-2025-29812 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2025-29812?
To fix CVE-2025-29812, apply the recommended security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2025-29812?
CVE-2025-29812 affects various versions of Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022, including certain editions.
Can CVE-2025-29812 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-29812 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability, meaning it requires local access to the system to be exploited.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-29812?
The potential impact of CVE-2025-29812 includes unauthorized privilege elevation, allowing attackers to gain higher system access.
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