CVE-2025-54081: SunshineService Has Unquoted Service Path That Allows Local SYSTEM Code Execution
Sunshine is a self-hosted game stream host for Moonlight. Prior to version 2025.923.33222, the Windows service SunshineService is installed with an unquoted executable path. If Sunshine is installed in a directory whose name includes a space, the Service Control Manager (SCM) interprets the path incrementally and may execute a malicious binary placed earlier in the search string. This issue has been patched in version 2025.923.33222.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-54081?
CVE-2025-54081 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to risks associated with unquoted executable paths.
How do I fix CVE-2025-54081?
To mitigate CVE-2025-54081, upgrade Sunshine SunshineService to version 2025.923.33222 or later.
What does CVE-2025-54081 impact?
CVE-2025-54081 affects the Windows service SunshineService installed before version 2025.923.33222.
What is the nature of CVE-2025-54081?
CVE-2025-54081 involves an unquoted executable path issue that can lead to potential exploitation if the service is installed in a directory with spaces.
When was CVE-2025-54081 disclosed?
CVE-2025-54081 was disclosed prior to the release of version 2025.923.33222 of Sunshine software.