VULNERABILITY INTELLIGENCE

CVE-2025-59241

CVSS score7.8 HIGH
EPSS probability0.35%
CISA KEVNot currently listed
Published2025-10-14
Last modified2026-10-18
CVSS vectorCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Description

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Health and Optimized Experiences Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Weakness classification

  • secure@microsoft.com: CWE-59

Primary references