Product:
Windows Hyper-V
Summary
Improper access control in Windows Hyper-V allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. This vulnerability can lead to significant security risks if exploited. Attackers with local access can gain higher privileges than intended, potentially compromising the system.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.8 | CVE-2025-54098 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system running Windows Hyper-V. By leveraging improper access controls, the attacker can execute malicious actions that elevate their privileges, allowing them to perform unauthorized operations on the system.
Affected Products
- Windows Hyper-V: A virtualization technology that allows users to create and manage virtual machines on Windows servers.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is essential to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Regularly reviewing access controls and ensuring that only authorized users have local access to systems running Windows Hyper-V can also help reduce the risk of exploitation.