CVE-2025-55693
HighCVSS 7.4Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
High risk81th percentile - higher than 81% of all known CVEs
Summary
A use-after-free in the Windows Kernel allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. The memory management flaw can be exploited for privilege escalation.
Risk Assessment
An attacker with local access can exploit the flaw to gain higher privileges, potentially leading to system compromise.
Recommendation
Apply the Microsoft Windows security updates that address this vulnerability.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Use after free in Windows Kernel allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS