CVE-2025-27472
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 1.41%
Last modified
CVE-2025-27472 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Protection mechanism failure in Windows Mark of the Web (MOTW) allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.. EPSS estimates a 1.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Protection mechanism failure in Windows Mark of the Web (MOTW) allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1507 | < 10.0.10240.20978 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-27472?
Protection mechanism failure in Windows Mark of the Web (MOTW) allows an unauthorized attacker to bypass a security feature over a network.
How severe is CVE-2025-27472?
CVE-2025-27472 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27472?
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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