Product:
Windows Resilient File System
Summary
Windows Resilient File System Deduplication Service has a vulnerability that allows for elevation of privilege. This can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of system resources. The vulnerability is classified as high severity due to its potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7.4 | CVE-2025-59210 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system. By leveraging the high attack complexity, the attacker can execute malicious code that takes advantage of the ReFS Deduplication Service, allowing them to gain elevated privileges without requiring user interaction.
Affected Products
- Windows Resilient File System: Vulnerable to elevation of privilege through the Deduplication Service.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Regularly updating systems and monitoring for unusual activity can also help reduce the risk of exploitation.