CVE-2025-43491: Poly Lens Desktop Application – Privilege Escalation

Published Sep 9, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability in the Poly Lens Desktop application running on the Windows platform might allow modifications to the filesystem, which might lead to SYSTEM level privileges being granted.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Poly Lens Desktop
All of the following
HP Poly Lens Desktop<2.3
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 9, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:29 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-43491?

CVE-2025-43491 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to grant SYSTEM level privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-43491?

To mitigate CVE-2025-43491, it is recommended to update the Poly Lens Desktop application to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What impact does CVE-2025-43491 have on affected systems?

CVE-2025-43491 can allow unauthorized modifications to the filesystem, which may compromise system integrity and security.

4

Is CVE-2025-43491 specific to any operating system?

Yes, CVE-2025-43491 specifically affects the Poly Lens Desktop application running on the Windows platform.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2025-43491?

Users of the Poly Lens Desktop application on Windows are affected by CVE-2025-43491.

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