Vulnerability Description
A security issue exists in FactoryTalk ViewPoint version 14.0 or below due to improper handling of MSI repair operations. During a repair, attackers can hijack the cscript.exe console window, which runs with SYSTEM privileges. This can be exploited to spawn an elevated command prompt, enabling full privilege escalation.
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
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FAQ
What is CVE-2025-7973?
CVE-2025-7973 is a documented vulnerability. A security issue exists in FactoryTalk ViewPoint version 14.0 or below due to improper handling of MSI repair operations. During a repair, attackers can hijack the cscript.exe console window, which ru...
How severe is CVE-2025-7973?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2025-7973. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-7973?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.