CVE-2025-27997
HIGHCVSS 8.4/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2025-27997 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.4/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue in Blizzard Battle.net v2.40.0.15267 allows attackers to escalate privileges via placing a crafted shell script or executable into the C:\ProgramData directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue in Blizzard Battle.net v2.40.0.15267 allows attackers to escalate privileges via placing a crafted shell script or executable into the C:\ProgramData directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Blizzard | Battle.Net | 2.40.0.15267 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/sornram9254/4593dd5eb2bcca50d68dc6ac70e40b24Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-27997?
An issue in Blizzard Battle.net v2.40.0.15267 allows attackers to escalate privileges via placing a crafted shell script or executable into the C:\ProgramData directory.
How severe is CVE-2025-27997?
CVE-2025-27997 has a CVSS score of 8.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27997?
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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