CVE-2025-21173
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 1.22%
Last modified
CVE-2025-21173 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. .NET Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
.NET Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.6.0, < 17.6.22 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.8.0, < 17.8.17 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.10.0, < 17.10.10 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.12.0, < 17.12.4 |
| Microsoft | .Net | 8.0.0 |
| Microsoft | .Net | 9.0.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-21173?
.NET Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2025-21173?
CVE-2025-21173 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21173?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2025-21173?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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