ZDI-25-919: Razer Synapse 3 Macro Module Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Sep 30, 2025
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Razer Synapse 3. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Razer Synapse Service. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Razer Synapse 3. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-9869.

ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
Razer Synapse 3
Razer Synapse 3

Event History

Sep 30, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Oct 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:40 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·07:40 PM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-25-919?

The severity of ZDI-25-919 is rated as 7 out of 10 on the CVSS scale.

2

How do I fix ZDI-25-919?

To fix ZDI-25-919, update Razer Synapse 3 to the latest version provided by Razer.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-25-919?

ZDI-25-919 affects installations of Razer Synapse 3 on systems where low-privileged code execution is possible.

4

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-25-919?

ZDI-25-919 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

What must an attacker do to exploit ZDI-25-919?

An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-25-919.

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