ZDI-CAN-26375: ZDI-25-921: Razer Synapse 3 RazerPhilipsHueUninstall 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 Philips HUE module installer. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the installer 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-2025-9870.

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·07:45 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·07:45 PM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-26375?

The vulnerability ZDI-CAN-26375 has a CVSS rating of 7, indicating a high severity risk.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-26375?

To mitigate ZDI-CAN-26375, it is recommended to update Razer Synapse 3 to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-26375?

ZDI-CAN-26375 affects installations of Razer Synapse 3 software.

4

What type of exploit is associated with ZDI-CAN-26375?

ZDI-CAN-26375 allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected systems.

5

What is required for an attacker to exploit ZDI-CAN-26375?

An attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-CAN-26375.

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