Product:
Windows Error Reporting
Summary
Improper input validation in Windows Error Reporting 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-2025-55692 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system. By manipulating the input to the Windows Error Reporting component, the attacker can bypass security controls and elevate their privileges. This can be achieved with minimal technical skill due to the low complexity of the attack.
Affected Products
- Windows Error Reporting: A component that collects and sends error reports to Microsoft, which can be manipulated to gain elevated privileges.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that their systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft. Additionally, restricting local access to sensitive systems can help prevent unauthorized exploitation of this vulnerability.