CVE-2025-49734: PowerShell Direct Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Sep 9, 2025
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Updated

Improper restriction of communication channel to intended endpoints in Windows PowerShell allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Other sources

PowerShell Direct Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

43 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2022, 23H2 Edition
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2025
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 11=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 11=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2025
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft PowerShell 7.5
Microsoft PowerShell 7.4
Microsoft PowerShell>=7.4<7.4.12
Microsoft PowerShell>=7.5<7.5.3
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.8422
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.8422
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.7792
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.7792
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.6332
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.6332
Microsoft Windows 11 22h2<10.0.22621.5909
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.5909
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2<10.0.26100.6508
Microsoft Windows Server 2016<10.0.14393.8422
Microsoft Windows Server 2019<10.0.17763.7792
Microsoft Windows Server 2022<10.0.20348.4106
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23h2<10.0.25398.1849
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.6508

Event History

Sep 9, 2025
CVE Published
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-49734?

CVE-2025-49734 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-49734?

To fix CVE-2025-49734, you should apply the relevant Microsoft security patches detailed in the update guide.

3

Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2025-49734?

CVE-2025-49734 affects several versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows Server 2016, Windows 10 1607, and Windows 11 23H2.

4

Can CVE-2025-49734 allow unauthorized access to my system?

Yes, CVE-2025-49734 allows an authorized attacker to potentially escalate privileges and gain unauthorized access.

5

What is the impact of not addressing CVE-2025-49734?

Failure to address CVE-2025-49734 may lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, enabling attackers to execute malicious commands.

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