Microsoft Windows DWM Core Library Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing local privilege escalation has been identified in the Windows DWM Core Library. This issue arises from improper input validation, which could be exploited by an authorized attacker to gain elevated privileges.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Remediation

Users can apply the security update KB5055523 to address this vulnerability. This update is available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.

Added: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM
Updated: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
0.0
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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