Vulnerability Description
Use after free in Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.8146 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21H2 | < 10.0.19044.6691 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22H2 | < 10.0.19045.6691 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23H2 | < 10.0.22631.6345 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24H2 | < 10.0.26100.7392 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 25H2 | < 10.0.26200.7392 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.8146 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.4467 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23H2 | < 10.0.25398.2025 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.7392 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-62221Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-62221?
CVE-2025-62221 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Use after free in Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2025-62221?
CVE-2025-62221 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-62221?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10 1809, Microsoft Windows 10 21H2, Microsoft Windows 10 22H2, Microsoft Windows 11 23H2, Microsoft Windows 11 24H2.