Microsoft PC Manager Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing improper link resolution before file access has been identified in Microsoft PC Manager. This flaw enables an authorized attacker to locally elevate privileges. The issue arises from inadequate handling of file links, which could be exploited to gain higher-level access rights.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Remediation

Users can update to Microsoft PC Manager version 3.16.1.0 to address this vulnerability.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 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
0.8

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