CVE-2025-4879
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2025-4879 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Local Privilege escalation allows a low-privileged user to gain SYSTEM privileges in Citrix Workspace app for Windows. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Local Privilege escalation allows a low-privileged user to gain SYSTEM privileges in Citrix Workspace app for Windows
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix | Workspace | < 2402 |
| Citrix | Workspace | < 2409 |
| Citrix | Workspace | 2402 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-4879?
Local Privilege escalation allows a low-privileged user to gain SYSTEM privileges in Citrix Workspace app for Windows
How severe is CVE-2025-4879?
CVE-2025-4879 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-4879?
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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Are you affected by CVE-2025-4879?
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