CVE-2025-54100: PowerShell Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 9, 2025
·
Updated

Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Windows PowerShell allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally.

Other sources

PowerShell Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

54 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2025
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
Microsoft Windows 11=24H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2022, 23H2 Edition
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
Microsoft Windows 11=23H2
Microsoft Windows 11=25H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2025
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 11=25H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10=21H2
Microsoft Windows 10=22H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.8688
Microsoft Windows 10 1607<10.0.14393.8688
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.8146
Microsoft Windows 10 1809<10.0.17763.8146
Microsoft Windows 10 21h2<10.0.19044.6691
Microsoft Windows 10 22h2<10.0.19045.6691
Microsoft Windows 11 23h2<10.0.22631.6345
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2<10.0.26100.7456
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2<10.0.26200.7456
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016<10.0.14393.8688
Microsoft Windows Server 2019<10.0.17763.8146
Microsoft Windows Server 2022<10.0.20348.4529
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23h2<10.0.25398.2025
Microsoft Windows Server 2025<10.0.26100.7456

Event History

Dec 9, 2025
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:56 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
News Published
via BleepingComputer·08:45 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·08:46 PM
News Published
via The Register·11:42 PM
News Published
via The Register·11:44 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54100?

CVE-2025-54100 is assessed as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow unauthorized code execution via command injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-54100?

To mitigate CVE-2025-54100, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows Server and Windows operating systems.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-54100?

CVE-2025-54100 affects various versions of Windows Server, including 2012, 2012 R2, 2008, 2008 R2, as well as Windows 10 and Windows 11.

4

Can CVE-2025-54100 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-54100 can be exploited remotely if the attacker has access to run commands in Windows PowerShell.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2025-54100?

The impact of CVE-2025-54100 includes the potential for attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, leading to data breaches or system compromise.

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