Vulnerability Description
Razer Synapse 3 Chroma Connect Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Razer Synapse 3. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Razer Chroma SDK installer. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the installer to delete arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-26373.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Razer | Synapse | < 3.10.730.71519 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-920/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-9871?
CVE-2025-9871 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Razer Synapse 3 Chroma Connect Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Razer Synapse 3. A...
How severe is CVE-2025-9871?
CVE-2025-9871 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-2025-9871?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Razer Synapse.