CVE-2025-42701: CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor for Windows Race Condition
A race condition exists in the Falcon sensor for Windows that could allow an attacker, with the prior ability to execute code on a host, to delete arbitrary files. CrowdStrike released a security fix for this issue in Falcon sensor for Windows versions 7.24 and above and all Long Term Visibility (LTV) sensors.
There is no indication of exploitation of these issues in the wild. Our threat hunting and intelligence team are actively monitoring for exploitation and we maintain visibility into any such attempts.
The Falcon sensor for Mac, the Falcon sensor for Linux and the Falcon sensor for Legacy Systems are not impacted by this.
CrowdStrike was made aware of this issue through our HackerOne bug bounty program. It was discovered by Cong Cheng and responsibly disclosed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-42701?
CVE-2025-42701 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for file deletion by an attacker with prior code execution ability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-42701?
To resolve CVE-2025-42701, update the Falcon sensor for Windows to version 7.24 or higher.
What software is affected by CVE-2025-42701?
CVE-2025-42701 affects the CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor for Windows versions earlier than 7.24.
Can CVE-2025-42701 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2025-42701 cannot be exploited remotely, as the attacker must already have the ability to execute code on the host.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-42701?
Exploitation of CVE-2025-42701 could allow an attacker to delete arbitrary files on a vulnerable system.