Product:
Wireless Provisioning System
Summary
Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization in Microsoft Wireless Provisioning System allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. This vulnerability can lead to significant security risks if exploited. Attackers can take advantage of the race condition to gain unauthorized access to system resources.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 7 | CVE-2025-62218 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have local access to the system and be able to execute code. By leveraging the race condition, the attacker can manipulate the timing of operations to gain elevated privileges. This requires a high level of skill and knowledge of the system’s operation, making it a complex attack.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Wireless Provisioning System: Affected by a race condition that allows privilege escalation.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft. Regularly monitoring and auditing system access can also help in identifying unauthorized attempts to exploit this vulnerability. Ensuring proper synchronization in concurrent processes is crucial to prevent similar issues.