Vulnerability Description
Use after free in Windows Win32 Kernel Subsystem allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
CVSS Score
7.0
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1507 | < 10.0.10240.20947 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.7876 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.7876 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-24983PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-24983?
CVE-2025-24983 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). Use after free in Windows Win32 Kernel Subsystem allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2025-24983?
CVE-2025-24983 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-24983?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10 1507, Microsoft Windows 10 1607, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2016.