CVE-2025-27491
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 1.34%
Last modified
CVE-2025-27491 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Windows Hyper-V allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.. EPSS estimates a 1.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in Windows Hyper-V allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1507 | < 10.0.10240.20978 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.7969 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.7136 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 21h2 | < 10.0.19044.5737 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 22h2 | < 10.0.19045.5737 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 22h2 | < 10.0.22621.5189 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 23h2 | < 10.0.22631.5189 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 24h2 | < 10.0.26100.3775 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.7969 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.7136 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.3453 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 23h2 | < 10.0.25398.1551 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.3775 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-27491?
Use after free in Windows Hyper-V allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How severe is CVE-2025-27491?
CVE-2025-27491 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27491?
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-2025-27491?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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