#VU105948 Link following in Microsoft Edge Update - CVE-2025-29795

Vulnerability identifier: #VU105948

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-29795

CWE-ID: CWE-59

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft Edge Update
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

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.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft Edge Update: 1.3.185.21 - 1.3.195.43

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External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2025-29795

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.