CVE-2025-21333
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 9.72%
Last modified
CVE-2025-21333 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Hyper-V NT Kernel Integration VSP Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 9.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Hyper-V NT Kernel Integration VSP Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Metrics
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.5371 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.5371 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 22h2 | < 10.0.22621.4751 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.4751 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.2894 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.1369 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.2894 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-21333Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/52436Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-21333US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-21333?
Windows Hyper-V NT Kernel Integration VSP Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2025-21333?
CVE-2025-21333 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 9.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2025-21333?
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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