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MEDIUM · 6.7

CVE-2025-26684

External control of file name or path in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Vulnerability Description

External control of file name or path in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS Score

6.7

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
HIGH
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftDefender For Endpoint< 101.25032.0008

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-73CWE-610

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-26684?

CVE-2025-26684 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). External control of file name or path in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

How severe is CVE-2025-26684?

CVE-2025-26684 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-26684?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Defender For Endpoint.