Vulnerability Description
Crucial Storage Executive installer versions prior to 11.08.082025.00 contain a DLL preloading vulnerability. During installation, the installer runs with elevated privileges and loads Windows DLLs using an uncontrolled search path, which can cause a malicious DLL placed alongside the installer to be loaded instead of the intended system library. A local attacker who can convince a victim to run the installer from a directory containing the attacker-supplied DLL can achieve arbitrary code execution with administrator privileges.
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://eu.crucial.com/support/storage-executive
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/crucial-storage-executive-installer-dll-pre
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71178?
CVE-2025-71178 is a documented vulnerability. Crucial Storage Executive installer versions prior to 11.08.082025.00 contain a DLL preloading vulnerability. During installation, the installer runs with elevated privileges and loads Windows DLLs us...
How severe is CVE-2025-71178?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2025-71178. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-71178?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.