SB2025032196 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Edge Update Setup
Published: March 21, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2025032196
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Link following (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-29795)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following. A local user can create a symbolic link to a critical file on the system and escalate privileges.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.