CVE-2025-59241
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Publication date: 2025-10-14

Last updated on: 2025-10-17

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Health and Optimized Experiences Service allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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Published
2025-10-14
Last Modified
2025-10-17
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2026-06-16
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2025-10-14
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-59241
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Showing 2 associated CPEs
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microsoft windows_11_24h2 to 10.0.26100.6899 (exc)
microsoft windows_11_25h2 to 10.0.26200.6899 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-59 The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an improper link resolution issue before file access (known as 'link following') in the Windows Health and Optimized Experiences Service. It allows an authorized attacker to elevate their privileges locally on the affected system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker who is already authorized on the system could exploit this vulnerability to gain higher privileges than intended, potentially allowing them to perform actions that require elevated permissions, which could compromise system security and integrity.

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