CVE-2025-9067: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® Linx Privilege Escalation Vulnerabilities

Published Oct 14, 2025
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Updated

A security issue exists within the x86 Microsoft Installer File (MSI), installed with FTLinx. Authenticated attackers with valid Windows user credentials can initiate a repair and hijack the resulting console window. This allows the launching of a command prompt running with SYSTEM-level privileges, allowing full access to all files, processes, and system resources.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Linx
rockwellautomation Factorytalk Linx<6.50

Remediation

Information

6.50 and later

Event History

Oct 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:24 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 27, 57989
Event
via FIRST·07:34 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-9067?

CVE-2025-9067 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by authenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-9067?

To fix CVE-2025-9067, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Rockwell Automation for FactoryTalk Linx.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-9067?

CVE-2025-9067 affects users of Rockwell Automation's FactoryTalk Linx who have valid Windows user credentials.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2025-9067?

The impact of CVE-2025-9067 includes the potential for attackers to hijack a console window and execute commands with SYSTEM privileges.

5

Is CVE-2025-9067 remotely exploitable?

CVE-2025-9067 is not remotely exploitable as it requires authenticated access to the affected workstation.

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