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Microsoft Windows Improper Link Resolution Vulnerability Allows Local Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Microsoft Windows has been identified, allowing an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. This issue arises from improper link resolution before file access, commonly referred to as 'link following'.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing a user to gain elevated rights or access within the system.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.3
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.5
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

Our algorithm analyzes dozens of metrics to generate these 8 key vulnerability categories, which are then combined to calculate the overall risk score.