SB2025040856 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft Windows Installer
Published: April 8, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2025040856
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-2025-27727)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following in Windows Installer. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.