CVE-2025-59251: Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Sep 24, 2025
·Updated
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
4 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge<140.0.3485.81
Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
Microsoft Edge Chromium<140.0.3485.81
Event History
Sep 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:03 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 25, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-59251?
CVE-2025-59251 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-59251?
To mitigate CVE-2025-59251, update Microsoft Edge to the latest version as provided by Microsoft.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-59251?
CVE-2025-59251 affects all users of the Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser.
4
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-59251?
CVE-2025-59251 can be exploited through malicious web content that can lead to remote code execution.
5
Is CVE-2025-59251 being actively exploited in the wild?
At present, there are reports indicating that CVE-2025-59251 is being actively exploited in real-world attacks.