CVE-2025-9968: High severity ASUS Armoury Crate vulnerability

Published Oct 13, 2025
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Updated

A link following vulnerability exists in the UnifyScanner component of Armoury Crate. This vulnerability may be triggered by creating a specially crafted junction, potentially leading to local privilege escalation. For more information, please refer to section 'Security Update for Armoury Crate App' in the ASUS Security Advisory.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ASUS Armoury Crate

Event History

Oct 13, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:13 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:13 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 57989
Event
via FIRST·07:37 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-9968?

CVE-2025-9968 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-9968?

To fix CVE-2025-9968, update your ASUS Armoury Crate software to the latest version released by ASUS.

3

What impact does CVE-2025-9968 have on my system?

CVE-2025-9968 can allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system by exploiting a specially crafted junction.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2025-9968?

CVE-2025-9968 affects the UnifyScanner component of the ASUS Armoury Crate application.

5

How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2025-9968?

To mitigate risks associated with CVE-2025-9968, ensure that your software is regularly updated and monitor for any unusual activity.

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