CVE-2025-21178
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.52%
Last modified
CVE-2025-21178 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2017 | >= 15.0, < 15.9.69 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2019 | >= 16.0, < 16.11.43 |
| 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 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-21178Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-21178?
Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2025-21178?
CVE-2025-21178 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21178?
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.
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