CVE-2025-30400: Microsoft DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Tue May 13 2025(Updated: )
<p>Use after free in Windows DWM allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2 | ||
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | ||
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =24H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =23H2 | |
| Windows 11 | =22H2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =22H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.7314 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.17763.7314 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19044.5854 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | <10.0.19045.5854 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22621.5335 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.22631.5335 | |
| Windows 11 | <10.0.26100.4061 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | <10.0.17763.7314 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.20348.3692 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | <10.0.25398.1611 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2025 | <10.0.26100.4061 |
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-2025-30400?
CVE-2025-30400 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability, which can potentially allow an attacker to gain elevated access to system resources.
How do I fix CVE-2025-30400?
To mitigate CVE-2025-30400, ensure that your system is updated with the latest patches provided by Microsoft for the affected products.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-30400?
CVE-2025-30400 affects various Microsoft Windows products, including Windows Server 2022, Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2019.
Who can exploit CVE-2025-30400?
CVE-2025-30400 can be exploited by authorized users who have local access to the affected system, potentially allowing them to elevate their privileges.
What are the consequences of CVE-2025-30400 if exploited?
If CVE-2025-30400 is successfully exploited, it may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, compromising the system's security.
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